Magusap (en. To converse)
/maˈɡusap/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To have a conversation or interaction with another person.
We need to talk about our plans.
Kailangan nating magusap tungkol sa ating mga plano.
To express an opinion on an issue or situation.
Let’s talk about what should be done about the problem.
Magusap tayo kung ano ang dapat gawin sa problema.
To reach out or check on someone.
You also need to check in on him once in a while.
Kailangan mo ring magusap sa kanya paminsan-minsan.
Etymology
From the word 'usap' meaning to talk or to communicate.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Let’s talk
Have a conversation or discussion.
Magusap tayo
Let’s talk seriously
Have a serious conversation.
Mag-usap tayo nang masinsinan
Related Words
talk
The act of conversing or communicating.
usap
dialogue
A presentation of conversation between two or more people.
dialogo
Slang Meanings
To chat or message a person.
It's fine, let's chat on FB later.
Ayos lang, magusap tayo sa FB later.
To talk casually, often about gossip.
Let's talk about the gossip in the neighborhood.
Magusap tayo tungkol sa mga tsismis sa barangay.