Bumagay (en. To fit)

/bumágay/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To fit or be suitable to a thing or situation.
The dress you are wearing fits your personality.
Ang suot mong damit ay bumagay sa iyong personalidad.
To have the right size or characteristics to fit.
The new sofa fits the size of our living room.
Ang bagong sofa ay bumagay sa laki ng ating sala.
To connect with others in a proper manner.
I hope his idea fits well with our project.
Sana'y bumagay ang kanyang ideya sa ating proyekto.

Etymology

It means being suitable or compatible.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Did not fit
Not appropriate or not suitable.
Hindi bumagay
Fitted you
Matched your style or behavior.
Bumagay sa iyo

Related Words

match
Compatibility or apt combination of elements.
tugma
suitable
Means being appropriate for a purpose.
akma

Slang Meanings

fit
That shoes really fit your outfit!
Bumagay talaga sa outfit mo 'yung sapatos na 'yan!
match
The color of the wall and furniture really match!
Ang kulay ng pader at muwebles, bumagay na bumagay!
appropriate
I thought it wouldn't be appropriate, but the story actually fits the theme!
Akala ko hindi bumagay, pero akma naman pala 'yung kwento sa tema!