Magbigaysala (en. To give an alibi)

/mɑg-bi-gɑɪ-sɑ-lɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

The act of providing an alibi to show that you were not present in a situation.

Because of his alibi, he was able to explain where he was.

Dahil sa kanyang pagbibigay-sala, nakakuha siya ng paliwanag sa kanyang kung nasaan siya.

Creating a story or reason that describes that a person is not guilty.

He needs to provide an alibi to avoid punishment.

Kailangan niya magbigaysala para makaiwas sa parusa.

A way of pretending or creating a situation to avoid punishment.

His alibi was highly complicated and full of details.

Ang kanyang magbigaysala ay labis na kumplikado at puno ng mga detalye.

provide a reason

give a reason or explanation for a situation

magbigay ng dahilan

alibi

A proof or reason that shows you are not involved in an incident.

alibi

statement

A formal voice or statement regarding a situation.

pahayag

Repentance and asking for forgiveness from someone.

I know I was harsh, just make amends with him to set everything right.

Alam kong malupit ako, magbigaysala ka lang sa kanya para maituwid ang lahat.

Showing a bit of sensitivity to one's own mistakes.

Sometimes, you also need to forgive yourself after a long day.

Minsan kailangan mo ring magbigaysala sa sarili mo after a long day.

Repairing a relationship or friendship.

I hope we can make amends before the year ends.

Sana magbigaysala tayo bago magtapos ang taon.