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    Magabala (en. To disturb)

    /maɡaˈbala/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb used to express the action of disturbing or bothering.
    Don't disturb me while I'm studying.
    Huwag kang magabala habang ako'y nag-aaral.
    To perform an action that leads to interruption or awakening attention.
    The noise outside disturbed my sleep.
    Ang ingay sa labas ay nagbabala sa akin sa aking pagtulog.
    To cause concern or unpleasant feelings to others.
    His questions disturbed our conversation.
    Ang kanyang mga tanong ay nagabala sa aming pag-uusap.

    Etymology

    The word 'magabala' comes from the root word 'bala' which means 'to cause harm' or 'to inflict pain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Don't disturb
    A statement meaning 'do not cause disturbance' or 'rest'.
    Huwag magabala

    Related Words

    disturbance
    A state of having many tasks or the condition of being disturbed.
    abala
    mess
    A misunderstanding or chaos.
    gulo

    Slang Meanings

    To invest or spend excessively on something.
    Don't stress too much about buying new gadgets; you might not even use them.
    Huwag masyadong magabala sa pagbili ng bagong gadgets, baka hindi mo rin naman magamit.
    To involve oneself in a situation even with limited resources.
    Whatever effort you put into helping, the intention still matters.
    Kahit anong magabala sa pagtulong, mahalaga pa rin ang intensyon.