Maglaboy (en. Hang out)
/maɡ.la.bɔɪ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of joining or mingling with a group.
He enjoys hanging out with his friends.
Masaya siyang maglaboy kasama ang kanyang mga kaibigan.
Having a spot or place to stay together with others.
We are looking for a nice place to hang out at the park.
Naghahanap kami ng magandang lugar upang maglaboy sa park.
Socializing with acquaintances or friends.
They usually hang out after class.
Karaniwan nilang maglaboy pagkatapos ng klase.
Etymology
Derived from the root 'laboy' meaning 'to associate' or 'to mingle'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Let's hang out
An invitation for a joint activity or social gathering.
Maglaboy tayo
Where shall we hang out?
Question about where to hang out together.
Saan tayo maglalaboy?
Related Words
friend
A person with a close relationship or friendship with another.
kaibigan
togetherness
The state of being together or the activity of spending time together.
pagsasama
Slang Meanings
to be lively, to have fun with friends
Hey, let's hang out at the mall later!
Hala, maglaboy tayo sa mall mamaya!
to stroll around, without a specific destination
Do you want to wander around the school?
Gusto mo bang maglaboy sa paligid ng school?