Magbagay (en. To give)

/maɡ.ba.ɡaj/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that indicates the act of giving.
It is important to give to those in need.
Mahalagang magbagay sa mga nangangailangan.
To give or distribute something.
Maria wants to give food to the children.
Nais ni Maria na magbagay ng pagkain sa mga bata.
To offer or give assistance or financial support.
The company will give a donation for the project.
Ang kumpanya ay magbagay ng donasyon para sa proyekto.

Etymology

from the word 'thing'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give help
provision of support or aid
magbagay ng tulong
to give a gift
giving of a present or offering
magbagay ng regalo

Related Words

give
A word used to express the action of giving.
bigay
able to give
Giving help or support that one can offer.
bigay-kaya

Slang Meanings

to deliver or give a favor
Can you hook me up with a bit of cash for my allowance?
Magbagay ka naman sa'kin ng konting cash para sa baon ko.
to give gifts
You guys are so sweet, you're always giving gifts to your friends.
Sobrang bait niyo, lagi kayong nagba-bagay ng gifts sa mga kaibigan niyo.
to share
Why don't you just share some of your food with me?
Bakit di ka na lang magbagay ng ibang pagkain mo sa akin?
to help
Can you help out with what we need to do?
Magbagay ka naman at tumulong sa mga gagawin natin.