Mabaril (en. To be shot)
/ma.ˈba.ril/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The ability or possibility of a gun to discharge.
One of the rebels could be shot in the battle.
Mabaril ang isa sa mga rebelde sa labanan.
The readiness or possibility of something bad happening in a situation.
Anyone who approaches the evacuation area could be shot.
Maaaring mabaril ang sinumang lalapit sa nakaiwas ng sakuna.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'baril' which means 'gun', with the prefix 'ma-' indicating ability or potential.
Common Phrases and Expressions
shot in an encounter
To be shot in a confrontation.
mabaril sa engkwentro
shot by the police
To be shot by law enforcement.
mabaril ng pulis
Related Words
gun
A type of weapon used to shoot targets.
baril
shooting
The act of discharging a firearm.
pamamaril
Slang Meanings
Fast and strong
Wow, your computer is really fast in games!
Grabe, ang mabaril ng computer mo sa mga laro, ha! (Wow, your computer is really fast in games!)
Excellent
You're really good, you're excellent at basketball!
Ang galing mo talaga, ang mabaril mo sa basketball! (You're really good, you're excellent at basketball!)