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    Basta (en. Enough)

    ˈbɑːstə

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adverb
    A word used to express a condition or event.
    As long as it rains, we won't go out.
    Basta umulan, hindi kami lalabas.
    Indicates sufficiency or having a limit.
    As long as there's money, we can buy.
    Basta may pera, makakabili tayo.
    A word used to accept a condition even if it's undesirable.
    As long as he is okay, I am happy.
    Basta okay siya, masaya na ako.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'basta' meaning 'enough' or 'so be it'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    As long as you are happy
    Everything is fine as long as you are happy.
    Basta't masaya ka
    As long as I will do it
    I will say what is needed if necessary, as long as I will do it.
    Basta, gagawin ko

    Related Words

    sufficient
    Means no lack; everything that is needed is there.
    sapat

    Slang Meanings

    Alright, no need to explain further.
    Just leave it at that, that’s fine.
    Basta, okay na yan.
    No matter what happens, this is just how it is.
    Anyway, I don't want to get involved.
    Basta, ayaw ko nang makialam.
    Shouting out of fear or worry.
    Just stay in later.
    Basta, wag kang lalabas mamaya.