Magusapan (en. To converse)

ma-gu-sa-pan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A form of verb meaning to converse or discuss.
We need to discuss our plans for next week.
Kailangan nating magusapan ang ating mga plano para sa susunod na linggo.
The process of exchanging information or ideas through words.
Let's talk about the issues in our community.
Magusapan tayo tungkol sa mga isyu sa ating komunidad.

Etymology

from the root word 'usapan' meaning conversation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's discuss this.
Tayo ay mag-usap tungkol dito.
Magusapan natin ito.
It's important to talk.
Mahalaga na tayo ay mag-usap.
Mahalaga ang magusapan.

Related Words

conversation
This refers to a talk or discussion between people.
usapan
discussion
A thorough and detailed conversation about a topic.
talakayan

Slang Meanings

talk or conversation
It would be nice if we talk later so we can figure out what needs to be done.
Maganda kung magusap tayo mamaya para malaman natin ang mga dapat gawin.
chit-chat
Come on, let's have a chit-chat over coffee later!
Tara, magchikahan tayo sa kape mamaya!
debate
It seems we need to have a debate about this project.
Mukhang kailangan na nating mag-debate tungkol sa project na ito.
storytelling or sharing stories
I hope we can share stories the next time we meet.
Sana makapag-kwentuhan tayo sa susunod na pagkikita.
discussion
We need a discussion to sort out the problem.
Kailangan natin ng usapan para ayusin ang problema.