Magayos (en. To arrange)

/maˈga.jos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to organize or bring together items in an order.
We need to arrange the books so they can be easily seen.
Kailangan nating magayos ng mga libro upang madali silang makita.
An action of arranging to achieve a neat environment or system.
I hope to tidy up my room before the guest arrives.
Inaasahan kong magayos ng aking kwarto bago dumating ang bisita.
Preparing tools or items for proper use.
We should organize our tools before our project.
Dapat tayong magayos ng mga gamit bago ang aming proyekto.

Etymology

It comes from the root word 'ayos' which means orderly or proper arrangement.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's tidy up.
It's time to fix what needs to be fixed.
Magayos na tayo.

Related Words

order
The root word referring to the state of being orderly or pleasant.
ayos
orderliness
A noun that refers to the state of being orderly or tidy.
kaayusan

Slang Meanings

nice or not messy
The living room is so neat, like it's newly cleaned!
Ayos na ayos ang sala, parang bagong linis!
well-organized arrangement
The party was beautifully organized, so much fun!
Ang ganda ng pagkakaayos ng party, todo saya!
it's okay
I won't worry, I can handle this. It's okay!
Di na ako mag-aalala, kaya ko 'to. Ayos lang!
calm or chill
My friend said, 'Just be chill, let's get organized!'
Sabi ng tropa, 'Chill ka lang, mag-ayos tayo!'