Maginin (en. To be able to)

/maɡiˈnin/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

A verb that shows ability or possibility.

I think I will be able to achieve my dreams.

Sa tingin ko ay maginin akong makamit ang aking mga pangarap.

Expresses hope that something can be done.

I will leave early because I might be able to catch the next bus.

Lilisan ako ng mas maaga dahil maginin akong makasakay sa susunod na bus.

Emphasizes the ability based on conditions.

We can succeed if we work hard.

Maginin tayong magtagumpay kung tayo'y magsisikap.

Are you able?

Maginin ka ba?

to accomplish

A verb that refers to the ability or possibility of accomplishing something.

magawa

to endure

Shows enough strength or capability for a task.

kayanin

to act like a flirt

Go ahead, act like a flirt in front of your crush, let's see how you'll ignite.

Sige, maginin ka lang sa harap ng crush mo, tignan natin kung paano ka sisiklab.

to tease

You're just always teasing, you don't really have any intentions towards them.

Puro ka na lang maginin, wala ka naman talagang balak sa kanya.

to be overly confident

You're flying high, acting like you can, but you really can't.

Ang taas ng lipad mo, parang maginin ka na, pero hindi mo naman siya kaya.