Magmalabiga (en. To blaze)

/maɡma.la.bɪ.ɡa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The presence of a high level of fire coming out from something.
The wood would blaze upon contact with fire.
Ang kahoy ay magmalabiga sa pagdapo ng apoy.
The activity of igniting or having an intense and rapid flare of fire.
The fire blazed quickly in the house due to gasoline.
Mabilis na nagmalabiga ang apoy sa bahay dahil sa gasolina.
From a small source, the fire can blaze up, becoming larger.
Because of the wind, the fire blazed from a small flame.
Dahil sa hangin, nagmalabiga ang apoy mula sa maliit na apoy.

Etymology

Originates from the word 'malabig' which refers to the state of being on fire.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to blaze with fire
to have an intense fire or flare of fire
magmalabiga ng apoy

Related Words

fire
The element that provides light and heat, originating from combustion.
apoy
flare
A sudden burst or emergence of fire from a source.
siklab

Slang Meanings

to fight back or be strong
Come on, just stand your ground in your battle in life!
Sige lang, magmalabiga ka sa laban mo sa buhay!
don't give up no matter what happens
Despite everything, just keep fighting, just have faith!
Sa kabila ng lahat, magmalabiga ka lang, tiwala lang!
to be tough or resolute
You need to toughen up if you really want to succeed.
Kailangan mong magmalabiga kung talagang gusto mong magtagumpay.