Magmasa (en. To be finished or formed)

/maɡˈmasə/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to combine or add to something to create a smoother mixture.
Knead the flour and water to make bread.
Magmasa ka ng harina at tubig upang makagawa ng tinapay.
Bringing something to a particular state or form.
Knead the clay to make it fine.
Magmasa ang putik upang maging pino.

Etymology

The word 'magmasa' comes from the root 'masa' which means to finish or to form.

Common Phrases and Expressions

knead a story
To express or describe a story in a more detailed and vivid manner.
magmasa ng kuwento

Related Words

dough
The result of the kneading process that can be eaten or used for other purposes.
masa

Slang Meanings

To show off or embarrass someone else, often in front of others.
Don't be a show-off, you might just end up embarrassing yourself.
Huwag kang magmmasa, baka mapahiya ka lang sa huli.
To act charming or show off to others.
Of course, he's going to show off at the party for his crush!
Siyempre, magmmasa siya sa party para sa crush niya!