Magbagting (en. To drum)

mag-bag-ting

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that refers to producing sound by striking or shaking something.
Drum on the drum to start the ceremony.
Magbagting ka sa tambol upang simulan ang seremonya.
Also refers to expressing feelings or messages through sound.
In their drumming, he conveyed his sadness.
Sa kanilang magbagting, naiparating niya ang kanyang kalungkutan.
Sometimes used in the context of enlivening an action or event.
We need to drum to make our festival more enjoyable.
Kailangan nating magbagting upang maging mas masaya ang ating kapistahan.

Etymology

The word 'magbagting' originates from the root word 'bagting', which means creating sound by shaking or vibrating something.

Common Phrases and Expressions

drum on the drum
creating sound from the drum as a signal or invitation
magbagting ng tambol

Related Words

sound
The sound produced from an instrument or object that is shaken or moved.
bagting

Slang Meanings

Be badass
He came down to the fight, he really stood his ground against everyone!
Bumaba na siya sa laban, nag-bagting talaga siya sa lahat!
Stand up for oneself
When he was teased, he stood his ground and didn't get affected.
Nung tinukso siya, nag-bagting siya at hindi nagpaapekto.
Show courage
When a leader was needed, he showed courage in front of everyone.
Nung kailangan ng leader, nag-bagting siya sa harap ng lahat.