Magpista (en. To celebrate)
/maɡˈpista/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action performed meaning to conduct a celebration.
People decided to celebrate in the town every January.
Ang mga tao ay nagpasya na magpista sa bayan tuwing Enero.
The organizing of a large feast or celebration.
Let's celebrate as a commemoration of our success.
Magpista tayo bilang pagdiriwang ng ating tagumpay.
The activity of preparing for a special occasion.
We have started to celebrate for Maria's wedding.
Nagsimula na tayong magpista para sa kasal ni Maria.
Etymology
From the word 'pista' which means celebration or feast.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to celebrate in town
to conduct a celebration in a local place.
magpista sa bayan
to celebrate joyfully
to conduct a joyful celebration.
magpista ng masaya
Related Words
feast
A celebration usually involving food and festivities.
pista
gathering
A gathering that usually involves food and festivities.
salu-salo
Slang Meanings
to have a party
Tomorrow, we're going to have a party at Liza's house, my friends will be there!
Bukas, magpista tayo sa bahay ni Liza, mga kaibigan ko nandun!
to celebrate
Come on, let's celebrate for Marco's birthday!
Halika, magpista tayo para sa kaarawan ni Marco!
to hold a celebration
Let’s all hold a celebration for the offerings of the barangay!
Sama-sama tayong magpista sa mga handog ng barangay!