Magpabab (en. To lay down (oneself))

mag-pá-bab

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that shows putting oneself in a position.
He laid down on the grass to rest.
Nagpabab siya sa ibabaw ng damuhan upang magpahinga.
Offering a reaction to the environment by laying oneself down.
In the midst of her worries, she laid down on the floor.
Sa gitna ng kanyang pag-aalala, nagpabab siya sa sahig.
Emphasizing the experience of peace by laying oneself in a quiet state.
It feels good when he lays down beside the river.
Maganda ang pakiramdam kapag siya ay nagpabab sa tabi ng ilog.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Lay down now.
Spread oneself to rest or take time for oneself.
Magpabab ka na.
Lay down here.
Instructing someone to rest or to be in a comfortable position.
Dito magpabab.

Related Words

rest
A state of rest or relaxation for the body and mind.
pahinga
to lie down
The act of stretching or lying on a flat surface.
humiga

Slang Meanings

To have a party or to throw a celebration.
Let's magpabab at home later, it's going to be so fun!
Magpabab tayo sa bahay mamaya, ang saya sigurado!
To have fun or enjoy.
I just want to magpabab with my friends.
Gusto ko lang magpabab kasama ang mga kaibigan ko.