Magmagaling (en. To show off)

/maɡmaɡaˈliŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb that indicates an act of showcasing ability or skill.

He often shows off in school competitions.

Kadalasan siyang nagmagaling sa mga paligsahan sa paaralan.

from the root 'magaling' meaning excellent or skilled.

show off to others

showing off skills that are unnecessary, especially in front of others.

magmagaling sa iba

excellent

An adjective meaning skilled or with good capability.

magaling

arrogant

An adjective referring to a person who is boastful or proud.

mapagmataas

pretending to be good or better than others

You're acting like you're so good at that, but you haven't achieved anything.

Parang magmagaling ka na d'yan, pero wala ka namang na-achieve.

to boast about one's own achievements

Stop acting like you're so great; your classmates can see you're not that talented.

Huwag ka na magmagaling, kita na nga sa mga kaklase mo na hindi ka ganon ka-talented.

acting extra or trying to show off

You really want to show off; not everyone can do that.

Napaka-magmagaling mo naman, hindi lahat ay naka-kamay sa ganyan.