Magbabala (en. To warn)

/maɡ.baˈba.la/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb indicating the action of giving a warning or alert.

He will warn his friends about the danger of traveling at night.

Magbabala siya sa kanyang mga kaibigan tungkol sa panganib ng paglalakbay sa gabi.

A verb that describes preparation for a potential danger.

He will take steps to warn the residents about the storm.

Magsasagawa siya ng mga hakbang upang magbabala sa mga residente hinggil sa bagyo.

A verb commonly used in situations requiring attention.

The teacher will warn her student about the important exam tomorrow.

Magbabala ang guro sa kanyang estudyante tungkol sa mahalagang pagsusulit kinabukasan.

Derived from the root 'bala', meaning warning or alert.

to warn of danger

to inform about a potential danger

magbabala sa panganib

to warn people

to inform people of something important

magbabala sa mga tao

warning

A message or statement that indicates danger or the possibility of a negative event.

babala

to be aware

The ability to understand situations or dangers.

magka-alam

Bloodline or predetermined path of life

As soon as he heard that news, he quickly warned everyone.

Basta't nakarinig siya ng balitang iyon, ang bilis niyang magbabala sa lahat.

Giving a warning or reminder

You should warn him before it gets worse.

Magbabala ka na sa kanya bago pa umabot sa mas malala.

Pointing out danger

Don't forget to warn the kids when there are cars passing by.

Huwag kalimutan magbabala sa mga bata kapag may mga sasakyan na lumalampas.