Magsalitan (en. To exchange speech)

/mɐg.sɐ.lɪ.tɐn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action referring to the exchange of words or discourse.
It is important for both to exchange words to resolve the misunderstanding.
Mahalagang magsalitan ang dalawa upang maayos ang hindi pagkakaunawaan.
The act of having a conversation or discussion with each other.
They need to exchange ideas before the meeting comes.
Kailangan nilang magsalitan tungkol sa kanilang mga ideya bago dumating ang pagpupulong.
Expressing one’s opinion through conversation.
They should exchange views to express their opinions.
Dapat silang magsalitan para maipahayag ang kanilang mga opinyon.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'salita' meaning 'word' or 'speech'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to exchange ideas
A conversation aimed at exchanging ideas.
magsalitan ng ideya
to exchange opinions
A discussion about different opinions.
magsalitan ng opinyon

Related Words

word
A unit of language with meaning.
salita
talk
A type of communication between people.
usap

Slang Meanings

to exchange opinions
Sure, let's exchange ideas for our project.
Sige, magsalitan tayo ng mga ideya para sa project natin.
to chat or gossip
I'm bored, I just want to chat and share stories.
Bored na ako, gusto ko na lang magsalitan ng kwento.
to exchange jokes
Let's exchange jokes, I want to laugh!
Magsalitan tayo ng jokes, gusto ko ng tawanan!
to have a conversation
Come on, let's have a conversation about life.
Tara, magsalitan tayo sa gawi ng buhay.