Magsayaw (en. To dance)

/mak-sa-yao/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

An action or movement related to dancing.

Maria loves to dance during occasions.

Mahilig magsayaw si Maria tuwing may mga okasyon.

The process of expressing feelings or emotions through bodily movement.

Dance to show your happiness.

Magsayaw ka upang ipakita ang iyong kasiyahan.

An art form that involves music and rhythm.

Let's dance under the stars while the band plays.

Magsayaw tayo sa ilalim ng bituin habang tumutugtog ang banda.

The word 'magsayaw' is a combination of 'mags-', a prefix indicating action, and 'sayaw', meaning 'to dance'.

Let's dance!

Encouraging others to dance.

Magsayaw tayo!

dance

The main word referring to the act of dancing.

sayaw

dancer

A person who is a professional dancer or loves to dance.

mananayaw

Dance happily or energetically.

Let's dance at the party later!

Magsayaw tayo sa party mamaya!

Make moves or create space among people around.

Go ahead, dance in the middle, so you’ll be noticed!

Sige, magsayaw ka lang sa gitna, para mapansin ka!

Go out and have fun, often used to invite.

Let’s dance outside, it’s fun here!

Magsayaw tayo sa labas, ang saya dito!