Filipino · Common Verbs
malaman
To know (facts)
Beginnerverb
Definition
To have information in your mind.
Example
Hindi ko alam kung saan siya nakatira.
I do not know where he lives.
Etymology
'Malaman' comes from the root 'alaman,' which means 'to know.' The prefix 'ma-' indicates the action of becoming knowledgeable about facts.
How & Where It’s Used
'Malaman' is used in both formal and informal contexts and is often employed in academic discussions and everyday inquiries.