Maghusay (en. To excel)

ma-ˈhu-say

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb meaning to become skilled or succeed in a particular task.

We need to excel in our project to get the right grade.

Kailangan nating maghusay sa ating proyekto upang makuha ang tamang marka.

To demonstrate ability or skill in something.

She excelled in her art and is now a famous painter.

Siya ay naghusay sa kanyang sining at ngayon ay sikat na pintor.

To improve oneself or a situation.

We should excel in our interactions with others.

Dapat tayong maghusay sa ating pakikipag-ugnayan sa ibang tao.

Derived from the root word 'husay' which means skill or talent.

excel in life

To be successful and skilled in life tasks.

maghusay sa buhay

skill

A noun that refers to skill or talent.

husay

success

A noun meaning achieving a goal or success.

tagumpay

to improve one's appearance or situation

Wow, she really improved herself for her date!

Grabe ang pag-maghusay niya sa kanyang date!

to try to be cool or trendy

No wonder so many people are looking at her, she seems to be trying to be cool!

Kaya pala ang daming nakatingin sa kanya, mukhang nag-maghusay siya!