Magbatel (en. To cry out)

/maɡˈbatɛl/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that expresses a loud call or shout.
Cry out if you need help.
Magbatel ka kung kailangan mo ng tulong.
The act of calling out using the voice with strength.
He cried out in the midst of the noise.
Nagmagbatel siya sa gitna ng ingay.
A way of expressing emotions that require attention.
Sometimes we need to cry out to be heard.
Minsan kailangan nating magbatel para marinig tayo.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

cry out loudly
so that everyone can hear
magbatel nang malakas

Related Words

shout
A loud sound produced from the vocal cords.
sigaw
call
An action or saying that requests attention.
panawagan

Slang Meanings

A popular way of gathering people for celebrations or events.
Let's all join the magbatel later, Juan is having a party!
Sama-sama tayo sa magbatel mamaya, may party si Juan!
To gather or hang out in one place.
Let's magbatel at home, so we can chill.
Magbatel tayo sa bahay, para makapag-chill.