Grabe (en. Extreme)

gra-be

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Means intense or excessive.
It's extremely hot today.
Grabe ang init ngayon.
May refer to a situation that is difficult or unpleasant.
What happened to him is extreme.
Grabe ang nangyari sa kanya.

Common Phrases and Expressions

This is extreme!
An expression describing extreme disappointment or unbelievable situation.
Grabe na ito!

Related Words

intensification
The state of having excessive or extreme feelings or situations.
pag-grabe

Slang Meanings

It means extreme or intense.
Their dancing was intense, they're so good!
Grabe yung sayaw nila, ang galing!
It can also be used to express shock or surprise.
Wow! I didn't expect that.
Grabe! Hindi ko inaasahan 'yan.
With the word 'grabe,' the tone of the conversation becomes slangy.
Wow, there's so many people here!
Grabe, ang dami ng tao dito!