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    Mabasa (en. To be read)

    /mɐˈbasa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A word that denotes an action or movement.
    The letters sent to him are to be read.
    Mabasa ang mga liham na ipinadala sa kanya.
    Expresses the state or condition of something.
    The books can be read in the library.
    Ang mga libro ay mababasa sa silid-aklatan.
    Indicates that something can be viewed or assessed.
    The reports can be read on the internet.
    Ang mga ulat ay mababasa sa internet.

    Etymology

    from the root 'basa' meaning 'wet' or 'moistened'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    This can be read.
    This is a statement indicating that something can be read.
    Mabasa ito.

    Related Words

    wet
    A word referring to the state of being wet or liquid.
    basa
    moist
    A form used to describe a condition of being moist in something.
    mabasa-basa

    Slang Meanings

    To admit or tell the truth.
    He/She is starting to be honest about what they say.
    Mabasa na siya sa kanyang mga sinasabi.
    To get information or news.
    You can read on social media what's happening.
    Mabasa mo sa mga social media kung ano'ng nangyayari.
    To read things that are off-topic.
    He/She read the chit-chat and got mad.
    Nag-mabasa siya ng chit-chat at nagalit.