Magpileges (en. To choose)
mag-pi-leh-ges
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that refers to the act of choosing or deciding.
Choose a book that you want to read.
Magpileges ka ng libro na gusto mong basahin.
Choosing items or people from a larger group.
Choose the dishes you want from the menu.
Magpileges ka ng mga pagkain na gusto mo sa menu.
Decision-making on something based on various options.
His choosing is difficult due to too many options.
Mahigpit ang kanyang magpileges dahil sa sobrang daming pagpipilian.
Etymology
The word 'pileges' comes from the root word 'pileg' meaning 'to choose'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to choose the right decision
to select a proper and beneficial option or action.
magpileges ng tamang desisyon
to choose between two
to select from two options.
magpileges sa dalawa
Related Words
choose
a word referring to the act or process of choosing.
pili
decision
a conclusion or choice made after considering options.
desisyon
Slang Meanings
to spend money carelessly
What you did in buying that new phone was like just magpileges!
Parang magpileges lang 'yang ginawa mo sa pagbili ng bagong cellphone!
to waste resources
Don't magpileges with time, we need to finish this project!
Huwag kang magpileges sa oras, kailangan nating tapusin 'tong project!