Magsabi (en. To say)
mag-sah-bi
Meaning & Definition
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verb
This is a verb meaning to often speak or communicate.
He loves to say stories.
Mahilig siyang magsabi ng mga kwento.
To tell a person information or a word.
You should tell him the truth.
Dapat kang magsabi sa kanya ng totoo.
To express an opinion or suggestion.
Please say your opinion on the project.
Magsabi ka ng iyong opinyon sa proyekto.
Etymology
The word 'magsabi' comes from the root word 'sabi' which means 'to say'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Say it now
Encouraging someone to speak or provide information.
Magsabi ka na
Speak the truth
To provide an honest statement.
Magsabi ng totoo
Related Words
sabi
Means something that has been said or a statement.
sabi
magsalita
Another verb meaning to speak or act in saying.
magsalita
Slang Meanings
to tell the truth
Just tell the truth so we won't be fighting anymore.
Magsabi ka na lang ng totoo para hindi na tayo nag-aaway.
to share news or gossip
Just let me know what gossip you heard!
Magsabi ka na agad kung anong tsismis ang narinig mo!
to give your opinion
Share your opinion about what we watched.
Magsabi ka ng opinyon mo sa pinanood natin.