Magsalita (en. Speak)

/mag-sa-li-ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To make sounds used in communication.
You need to speak louder to be heard.
Kailangan mong magsalita nang mas malakas upang marinig ka.
To express feelings or thoughts through words.
Speak openly about your feelings.
Magsalita ka nang tapat tungkol sa iyong damdamin.
To socialize or communicate with other people.
He loves to talk to new acquaintances.
Mahilig siyang magsalita sa mga bagong kakilala.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'salita' meaning 'speak' or 'word' in English.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Speak up!
Encourage someone to express their thoughts.
Magsalita ka na!
Speak from the heart.
Express what you genuinely feel.
Magsalita mula sa puso.

Related Words

word
A thought or idea expressed through sound or language.
salita
speaking
The action or process of speaking.
pagsasalita

Slang Meanings

to talk in heavy or difficult words
Can you speak in a way that's easier to understand!
Magsalita ka naman ng mas madaling intindihin!
to speak casually or without thought
Don't just speak casually, you should have some knowledge!
Wag kang magsalita ng basta-basta, dapat may pinag-aralan ka!
to speak with a warning or preface
Next time, speak with a warning so you won’t get confused.
Sa susunod, magsalita ka na may pasabi para di ka maguluhan.