Mahusay (en. Good)
ma-hoo-say
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Skilled or talented in a particular task.
He is a skilled painter.
Siya ay isang mahusay na pintor.
Good or of high quality.
The new phone is good compared to its predecessor.
Ang bagong telepono ay mahusay kumpara sa kanyang nakaraan.
When a person works well and effectively.
His work on the project is good.
Mahusay ang kanyang trabaho sa proyekto.
Etymology
from the root word 'husay'
Common Phrases and Expressions
good person
a person with high ability or quality
mahusay na tao
good work
a task done excellently
mahusay na gawain
Related Words
skill
The root word of 'mahusay' that describes skill or proficiency.
husay
Slang Meanings
Perfect
Your fight was perfect, really excellent!
Sakto lang yung laban mo, mahusay na mahusay!
Great
Your voice is great, you're really a talented singer.
Galing ng boses mo, mahusay ka talagang singer.
Cool
Wow, your performance was amazing, you're really cool!
Grabe, ang ganda ng performance mo, astig ka talaga!
Right
Your idea is great, that's right.
Mahusay yung ideya mo, tama yan.