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    Makabawa (en. To be cantankerous)

    /makabáwa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Describes a person who is easily angered or irritable.
    He is cantankerous if he hasn't eaten properly.
    Siya ay makabawa kung hindi siya nakakain ng maayos.

    Etymology

    Root word: 'bawa'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cantankerous behavior
    may be sensitive to things, easily irritated.
    makabawa ang ugali

    Related Words

    bawa
    The root word expressing the state of being cantankerous.
    bawa

    Slang Meanings

    Quick or easy to get along with
    My friend is so makabawa, that's why we get along easily.
    Sobrang makabawa ng tropa ko, kaya madali lang kaming magkasundo.
    A chill or laid-back person
    He's fine, just really makabawa, no stress at all.
    Ayos lang siya, makabawa lang talaga, walang stress.