Magpabataw (en. To pass on)
/maɡpaˈbataw/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To cause or spread something.
Pass on the information to your classmates.
Magpabataw ka ng impormasyon sa iyong mga kaklase.
To throw or pass an object from one person to another.
Pass the ball to your fellow player.
Magpabataw ng bola sa iyong kapwa manlalaro.
To give or transfer responsibility.
Pass on your duties to another person.
Magpabataw ka ng iyong mga tungkulin sa ibang tao.
Etymology
The term 'magpabataw' comes from the word 'bataw' meaning 'give' or 'pass'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Pass on a message
To relay information from one person to another.
Magpabataw ng mensahe
Related Words
bataw
The term 'bataw' refers to the act of giving or transferring something.
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Slang Meanings
To rebel or fight against people or situations associated with bad behavior.
No matter what you do, even if you try to act tough, you won't be able to change him.
Kahit anong gawin mo, kahit magpabataw ka, hindi mo na siya mababago.
To exhibit bad behavior towards people, like being rude or mischievous.
He acted up towards his professors, that's why he was removed from the class.
Nagpabataw siya sa mga prof niya kaya natanggal siya sa klase.