Magbungad (en. To greet)

/maɡˈbuŋad/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that means to greet or welcome.
She will greet the guests when they arrive.
Siya ay magbungad sa mga bisita kapag dumating sila.
Refers to the welcoming of a person or thing.
The people will greet the new residents of the community.
Ang mga tao ay magbungad sa mga bagong residente ng barangay.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'bungad'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to greet with a good day
to impart a pleasant greeting
magbungad ng magandang araw

Related Words

greeting
The place or manner of greeting.
bungad
welcome
The act of receiving or greeting.
salubong

Slang Meanings

To start or to introduce oneself
Just start so we can know what he/she is doing.
Magbungad ka na para malaman kung anong ginagawa niya.
To take the lead or initiate a conversation
Why don't you just start with that topic?
Bakit di ka magbungad na lang ng topic na 'yan?