Makabalita (en. To receive news)

/maka­ba­li­ta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To receive or get news.
He loves to receive news about events in the town.
Mahilig siyang makabalita tungkol sa mga pangyayari sa bayan.
An action that describes gaining information.
He needs to receive news before making a decision.
Kailangan siyang makabalita bago magdesisyon.
This term can be used in the context of acquiring information from others.
We should get news from the experts.
Dapat tayo'y makabalita mula sa mga eksperto.

Etymology

Scientific Tagalog deriving from the word 'balita' meaning 'news' or 'information'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to get news of what is happening
to learn about current events
makabalita ng mga nangyayari

Related Words

news
Refers to information or current events.
balita
to speak
The act of speaking or providing information.
magsalita

Slang Meanings

to get news or information
Where can you get the scoop, bro? I want to hear about what happened at the party last night.
Saan ka makakakuha ng chika, bro? Gusto kong makabalita tungkol sa nangyari sa party kagabi.
to be updated with the latest news
Her vlogs are so fun! I always get the news on the latest trends.
Yung vlogs niya, ang saya! Palagi akong nakabalita sa mga bagong trends.
to be a source of information or news
In our group chat, you're always the one who gets the news about events.
Sa group chat natin, ikaw ang palaging makabalita sa mga kaganapan.