Magiwan (en. Leave behind)

/maɡiˈwan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform the action of leaving or turning away from a place or person.
Leave a message if you are leaving.
Magiwan ka ng mensahe kung aalis ka na.
To leave something behind.
Do not leave a mess in the office.
Huwag magmagiwan ng kalat sa opisina.
To give space or opportunity to others.
You need to leave space for others on the bus.
Kailangan mong magiwan ng espasyo para sa iba sa bus.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'iwan' with the prefix 'ma-'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

leave memories
Create memories that will be left with people.
magiwan ng mga alaala

Related Words

leave
The root of the word 'magiwan' meaning 'to leave.'
iwan
turn away
Means to turn away or leave from a person or place.
talikod

Slang Meanings

just leave or abandon
It seems better if we just magiwan on these issues.
Parang mas mabuti pang magiwan na lang tayo sa mga issue na 'to.
leave behind things that are no longer needed
For the problems, just magiwan of the medicine for stress.
Sa mga problema, magiwan ka na lang ng gamot para sa stress.