Maibaako (en. To change)

/maɪˈbɑː.kɔ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to switch or to change.
I will change my route home to avoid traffic.
Maibaako ako ng ruta pauwi para maiwasan ang trapiko.
The act of moving from one state to another.
Sometimes, we need to change our perspective on life.
Minsan, kailangan nating maibaako ang ating pananaw sa buhay.
To make a different decision or choice.
I would like to change my decision about the job.
Nais ko sanang maibaako ang aking desisyon tungkol sa trabaho.

Common Phrases and Expressions

change one's mind
to change opinion or decision
maibaako ng isip
change the course of life
to change the direction of life
maibaako ang takbo ng buhay

Related Words

change
The process of becoming different or altering from the previous state.
pagbabago
changed
An item or situation that has undergone change.
binago

Slang Meanings

To be cool
Dude, be cool now, don't be too serious!
Dude, maibaako ka na, wag masyadong seryoso!
To chill out
That drama is enough, chill out now!
Tama na yang drama, maibaako ka na!
To pretend
You should be cool now and stop pretending to be in love!
Dapat maibaako ka na at huwag magpanggap na in love!