Maaari (en. May be)

ma-a-ri

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A term used to express the possibility or ability to do something.

I can study later.

Maaari akong mag-aral mamaya.

Emphasizes freedom or choice in accepting an offer or situation.

You can choose another route.

Maaari kang pumili ng ibang daan.

Indicates the willingness to take a specific action.

I can help you with your problem.

Maaari kong tulungan ka sa iyong problema.

From the word 'ari' which means 'to possess' or 'to have'.

Can you give me your number?

A polite way to ask someone for their contact number.

Maaari bang ibigay mo sa akin ang iyong numero?

I can provide any information.

Indicating willingness to help or share information.

Maaari akong magbigay ng anumang impormasyon.

can

A word that expresses capability or capacity.

kaya

agreed

A word that means 'to agree' or 'to consent'.

pumayag

can

We can meet later.

Maaari tayong magkita mamaya.

possible

Is that possible?

Maaari bang mangyari 'yon?

it's okay

Is it okay to leave now?

Maaari na bang umalis?