Magmanda (en. To imitate)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To create something similar to another.
He wants to imitate famous celebrities in his work.
Nais niyang magmanda ng mga sikat na artista sa kanyang obra.
To follow the behavior or style of others.
Designers often imitate trends in fashion.
Ang mga designer ay madalas na nagmamagmanda ng mga uso sa fashion.
To copy the actions or words of another person.
He loves to imitate the voices of his friends.
Siya ay mahilig magmanda ng mga boses ng kanyang mga kaibigan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Imitate a style
Follow a specific style or trend.
Magmanda ng estilo
Imitate a voice
Copy the tone or manner of speaking of others.
Magmanda ng boses

Related Words

to imitate
The action of copying or mimicking.
gumaya

Slang Meanings

to pretend to be of a higher status or level
Don't act high and mighty, you might just get hurt in reality.
Wag ka munang magmanda, baka masaktan ka lang sa totoo.
to overreact or be overly sensitive
Don't take simple jokes too seriously, just chill with us.
Huwag kang magmanda sa mga simpleng biro, chill lang tayo.