Magkambiyo (en. To exchange)

/mɑɡ.kɑmˈbɪ.jo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of exchanging one item for another.
He exchanged coins at the store.
Nagkambiyo siya ng barya sa tindahan.
The process of updating or changing something through exchange.
He exchanged his old phone for a new model.
Nagkambiyo siya ng lumang telepono sa bagong modelo.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'kambiyo' meaning 'exchange of one thing for another'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

exchange of products
exchange of products in stores or markets
magkambiyo ng mga produkto

Related Words

exchange
The act of swapping that is not only limited to physical items but also includes ideas or information.
kambiyo

Slang Meanings

to exchange items or things
Let's swap cellphones, yours is better than mine.
Magkambiyo tayo ng cellphone, mas okay kasi sa'yo yung akin.
to change one's mind
He changed his mind about the decision, he doesn't want to join anymore.
Naka-kambiyo siya sa desisyon niya, ayaw na niyang sumama.
to establish a relationship or connection
They exchanged numbers, looks like they're going to be friends.
Nagkambiyo na sila ng number, mukhang magka-friend na sila.