Maging (en. To become)

ma-ging

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that shows a change of state or condition.
He wants to become a teacher someday.
Nais niyang maging guro balang araw.
Used to express the possibility of forming or creating.
Become an inspiration to others.
Maging isang inspirasyon sa iba.
Emphasizes the transition or process of change.
Be strong despite the challenges.
Maging matatag sa kabila ng pagsubok.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to become happy
to achieve joy or happiness
maging masaya

Related Words

being
The state or condition of being a thing or person.
pagiging

Slang Meanings

to be a copycat
Why do you always have to be a copycat with your friends?
Bakit kasi lagi kang maging gaya-gaya sa mga kaibigan mo?
to just stay happy
Come on, just stay happy no matter what happens.
Sige na, maging happy ka na lang kahit anong mangyari.
to just relax
Don't worry anymore, just relax.
Wag ka nang mag-alala, maging chill ka na lang.
to be dramatic
I don't want to be dramatic in life, but it really hurts.
Ayaw ko naman maging drama sa buhay, pero masakit talaga.