Magbangay (en. To divide)

/maɡˈbaŋɨ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of dividing an object or a number of parts.
Let's divide the tasks so we can finish the project quickly.
Magbangay tayo ng mga gawain upang mabilis na matapos ang proyekto.
The separation of parts from the whole.
We need to divide the ideas before making a decision.
Kailangan nating magbangay ng mga ideya bago magpasiya.
Repetition of something into other parts.
You should divide things you no longer use.
Magbangay ka ng hindi mo na ginagamit na kagamitan.

Etymology

root word: 'bangay'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to divide the work
to share responsibilities or tasks.
magbangay ng trabaho

Related Words

part
necessary division or variety.
bangay

Slang Meanings

Like arguing or bickering about something.
They argued over a misunderstanding in the project.
Nagbangay sila sa hindi pagkakaintindihan sa proyekto.
Interjecting or meddling in a situation.
Don't get involved in this discussion, it's better if you stay quiet.
Huwag kang magbangay sa usapang ito, mas mabuti pang tumahimik ka.
Bickering on social media or online.
They both bickered in the comment section of the post.
Pareho silang nagbangay sa comment section ng post.