Ibigsabihin (en. To mean)

/i.bɪg.saˈbihin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A word that expresses meaning or idea.
The 'meaning' of what he said is important in our conversation.
Ang 'ibigsabihin' ng kanyang sinabi ay mahalaga sa aming pag-uusap.
Indicates the meaning of something or a statement.
The meaning of this law is for the welfare of all.
Ang ibigsabihin ng batas na ito ay para sa kapakanan ng lahat.
Refers to the explanation or interpretation of a word or statement.
The meanings of the terms in the contract are important.
Mahalaga ang ibigsabihin ng mga termino sa kontrata.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'ibig' meaning desire and 'sabi' meaning to say or said.

Common Phrases and Expressions

What does this mean?
A question to find out the meaning of something.
Ano ang ibigsabihin nito?

Related Words

wish/desire
Means desire or intention.
ibig
saying
Means said or statement.
sabi

Slang Meanings

Just saying that
Just saying that the meaning of 'Dog' is an animal that is part of the family.
Sinasabi lang na ang ibig sabihin ng 'Aso' ay hayop na kasama sa pamilya.
Already said
Already said, the meaning of 'summer' is a hot season.
Nasabi na, ang ibig sabihin ng 'tag-init' ay panahon ng init.