Mabakas (en. To impress)

/maˈba.kas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of making a deep or strong effect on a person or situation.
His letter impressed joy in my heart.
Ang kanyang liham ay nagmabakas ng kagalakan sa aking puso.
The ability to create a good impression.
His proficiency impressed during his presentation.
Mabakas ang kanyang husay sa kanyang presentasyon.

Etymology

Indigenous

Common Phrases and Expressions

his/her skill is impressive
He/she made a good impression on others with his/her abilities.
mabakas ang kanyang galing

Related Words

influential
The ability to influence or have an effect on others.
maimpluwensya

Slang Meanings

Here are the cheats or tips for something.
Go ahead, pull out the mabakas for our exam!
Sige, bunutin mo na ang mga mabakas para sa exam natin!
Shortcuts or easy solutions to a problem.
I found the mabakas to make studying easier.
Nahanap ko na ang mga mabakas para mas madali ang pag-aaral.