Magsilid (en. To take shelter or to hide)

maɡ-sil-id

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To perform the action of taking a room or shelter.

They need to take shelter in the house while the storm approaches.

Kailangan nilang magsilid sa bahay habang umaabot ang bagyo.

To look for a protected or safe place.

Let's take shelter under the tree while the sun is hot.

Magsilid tayo sa ilalim ng puno habang nag-iinit ang araw.

To hide in a place.

Maria took shelter behind the curtain while the kids were playing.

Si Maria ay nag-magsilid sa likod ng kurtina habang naglalaro ang mga bata.

from the word 'silid'

to take shelter in a safe place

to find protection in a location deemed secure

magsilid sa ligtas na lugar

room

A walled area used for various purposes, such as living or studying.

silid

to leave or escape

Let's get out of here before we get caught.

Magsilid na tayo bago pa tayo mahuli.

to avoid trouble or problems

I just want to stay out of it.

Ayoko nang makialam, magsilid na lang ako.

to stop or give up

Let’s not linger here, let’s just call it a day.

Huwag na tayong magtagal dito, magsilid na tayo.