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    Bastagan (en. To handle)

    /bɑˈstɑɡan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action or movement done to something.
    We need to handle the issues before we proceed.
    Kailangan nating bastagan ang mga isyu bago tayo magpatuloy.
    Taking control or managing a situation.
    Sometimes it's hard to deal with complicated problems.
    Minsan mahirap bastagan ang may mga masalimuot na problema.

    Etymology

    Tagalog word often used in contexts related to handling or dealing with something.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to handle a person
    to manage someone
    bastagan ang tao
    to deal with the situation
    to manage the circumstance
    bastagan ang sitwasyon

    Related Words

    management
    The process of organizing or arranging things.
    pamamahala
    interaction
    The way of engaging or communicating with others.
    pakikitungo

    Slang Meanings

    Bragging or responding with arrogance.
    He bragged to his teacher, so he got scolded.
    Nag-bastag siya sa teacher niya, kaya napagalitan siya.
    An action that shows bravery in replying or winning.
    He's so bold, he can confidently reply to anyone!
    Sobrang bastag niya, kahit sino kayang-kayang sagutin!
    A statement of disbelief or skepticism.
    What he said was so outrageous, I didn't believe him.
    Bastag naman ang sinabi niya, hindi ko siya pinaniwalaan.