Mabisa (en. Effective)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Capable of achieving a goal or result.
This medicine is effective against cough.
Ang gamot na ito ay mabisa laban sa ubo.
Providing a positive effect on a situation.
His strategy proved effective in increasing sales.
Ang kanyang estratehiya ay napatunayang mabisa sa pagpapataas ng benta.
Works well or appears to be an effective method.
These simple steps are effective in helping students.
Ang mga simpleng hakbang na ito ay mabisa sa pagtulong sa mga estudyante.

Common Phrases and Expressions

effective remedy
A remedy that has proven to be effective.
mabisang lunas
effective strategy
A plan or step that yields good results.
mabisang estratehiya

Related Words

effective medicine
A type of medicine that can cure illness.
mabisang gamot
effective method
A method that has been proven effective for a task.
mabisang paraan

Slang Meanings

potent or effective
Oh wow, that medicine is really effective! From morning to night, you won't feel any pain!
Ay grabe, 'yung gamot na 'yan, sobrang mabisa talaga! Taga-umaga hanggang gabi, wala kang sakit!
cool or impressive
This one's so cool, bro! Like a superhero!
Ang mabisa na 'to, kabayan! Parang superhero!
successful
That business is so successful, it always has customers!
Sobrang mabisa na negosyo 'yan, palaging may customer!