Mabuhay (en. Long live)

ma-boo-hai

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A greeting commonly used to express welcome or salutation.
Long live to everyone who attended our celebration.
Mabuhay ang lahat ng dumalo sa ating selebrasyon.
An expression of hope or good fortune.
Long live the new year for all of us!
Mabuhay ang bagong taon para sa ating lahat!

Etymology

Derived from the word 'buhay' meaning life or being alive.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Long live you!
A greeting of success or good fortune to someone.
Mabuhay ka!
Long live the nation!
A shout that conveys support and love for a nation.
Mabuhay ang bayan!

Related Words

life
Refers to the state of being alive or the life of a person.
buhay

Slang Meanings

Cheers!
Cheers! Let's have a gathering!
Mabuhay! Tara, salu-salo tayo!
Welcome!
Welcome to the newcomers!
Mabuhay sa mga bagong dating!
Long live!
Long live the heroes of the country!
Mabuhay ang mga bayani ng bayan!