Mahabla (en. To converse)
mah-ha-bla
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of talking or communicating with a person.
Talk to him about your concerns.
Mahabla ka sa kanya tungkol sa iyong mga nababahala.
Engaging in the expression of feelings or ideas to another person.
Let's converse so we can better understand the situation.
Mahabla tayo para mas maayos nating maunawaan ang sitwasyon.
The expression of an opinion or information to a tool or person.
It is important to converse with friends for a stronger relationship.
Mahalaga ang mahabla sa mga kaibigan para sa mas matibay na samahan.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'habla' which means to talk or communicate.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Let’s converse
Let’s talk or start a conversation.
Mahabla tayo
Conversation is important
Talking is important for better relationships.
Mahalaga ang mahabla
Related Words
communication
The process of sending and receiving messages.
komunikasyon
discussion
A version of mahabla with a more formal tone.
usapan
Slang Meanings
To gossip or chat non-stop.
She's such a chatterbox, so we didn't stop talking all night.
Sobrang mahabla siya, kaya di kami natigil sa kwentuhan sa buong gabi.
To show off or be assertive.
Our friend's so fierce, she really showed off at the shawarma place!
Ang taray ng tropa natin, mahabla talaga sa mga shawarma!
To speak a lot without much substance.
He sounds like a big talker in the conversation, but there's really nothing to it.
Parang mahabla lang siya sa usapan, pero wala namang laman.