Makaibo (en. Speak)
/ma.ka.i.bo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to have the ability or possibility to communicate or speak.
A person can speak if they have knowledge of the language.
Ang isang tao ay makaibo kung siya ay may kaalaman sa wika.
The ability to express oneself in words.
He needs to be able to speak to express his feelings.
Kailangan niyang maging makaibo upang maipahayag ang kanyang mga saloobin.
Having a voice or say in a conversation.
It is important for everyone to be able to speak in important decisions.
Mahalaga na ang bawat isa ay makaibo sa mga mahalagang desisyon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Speak correctly
To speak in a proper or correct manner.
Makaibo ng tama
Speak in public
To have the ability to speak in front of many people.
Makaibo sa harap ng publiko
Related Words
conversation partner
A person who is being discussed with in a conversation.
kausap
communication
The process of expressing ideas and information.
komunikasyon
Slang Meanings
to show a cheerful personality or attitude
Wow, Janna is so lively, she really seems to be 'makaibo' when she’s in front of a lot of people!
Naku, ang saya-saya ni Janna, para siyang makaibo pag nasa harap ng maraming tao!
to be happy or upbeat in a situation
You should 'makaibo' even when you're going through something.
Dapat mag-makaibo ka kahit na may pinagdadaanan ka.