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    Magbalasa (en. To read)

    /maɡ.ba.la.sa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb meaning to read with diligent understanding.
    He needs to read books diligently before his exam.
    Kailangan niyang magbalasa ng mga aklat bago ang kanyang pagsusulit.
    The act of reading a text or material.
    He read through past lessons to remember them.
    Nagmagbalasa siya ng mga nakaraang leksiyon upang matandaan ang mga ito.
    A way to acquire information or knowledge from written materials.
    We should read a lot to broaden our knowledge.
    Dapat tayong magbalasa ng marami upang lumawak ang ating kaalaman.

    Etymology

    Originating from the root word 'balasa', meaning 'to read' or 'to be diligent in reading'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Read a book.
    Someone is instructed to read a book.
    Magbalasa ka ng libro.

    Related Words

    root word
    The root word meaning 'to read'.
    balasa
    reader
    A person who reads.
    mambabasa

    Slang Meanings

    Running or moving quickly.
    Let's magbalasa already, we're going to be late for class!
    Magbalasa na tayo, ma-late na tayo sa klase!
    Start moving quickly.
    You should magbalasa, there's still a lot to do!
    Magbalasa ka na, ang dami pang dapat gawin!
    Take action immediately, without beating around the bush.
    Let's magbalasa on the requirements, the deadline is tomorrow!
    Magbalasa tayo sa mga requirements, deadline na bukas!