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    Magtabi (en. Set aside)

    /maɡˈta.bi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action of putting something aside so that it does not get disturbed.
    Set aside the books on the table to have a tidy space.
    Magtabi ka ng mga libro sa mesa upang may maayos na espasyo.
    The act of leaving space for something else.
    You need to set aside time for yourself.
    Kailangan mong magtabi ng oras para sa iyong sarili.
    The act of avoiding obstacles or distractions.
    You should set aside your worries while studying.
    Dapat kang magtabi ng iyong mga alalahanin habang nag-aaral.

    Etymology

    The word originates from the root word 'tabi' which means 'to put aside' or 'to segregate.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    put aside thoughts
    Leaving negative thoughts and focusing on the positive aspects.
    magtabi ng isip
    set aside time
    Allocate time for something or an activity.
    magtabi ng oras

    Related Words

    aside
    The act of having space or avoiding being in the way.
    tabi
    put aside
    An order meaning to move or place something aside.
    itabi

    Slang Meanings

    to save or to set aside
    Save some for your date with her!
    Magtabi ka naman ng pang-date mo sa kanya!
    to hide or to store
    Hide some snacks for our trip!
    Magtabi ka ng snacks para sa trip natin!
    to allocate time
    Set aside some time for your exam review.
    Magtabi ka ng oras para sa review mo sa exam.