Makapagbawa (en. To reduce)
ma-ka-pag-ba-wa
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that means to cause a reduction or weakening of something.
We need to reduce expenses in this project.
Kailangan nating makapagbawa ng gastos sa proyektong ito.
Refers to the ability to lessen the weight or amount of something.
Exercise helps to reduce weight.
Ang pag-eexercise ay tumutulong upang makapagbawa ng timbang.
An initiative to lessen the negative effects of a situation.
It's important to reduce pollution in our environment.
Mahalaga ang makapagbawa ng polusyon sa ating kapaligiran.
Etymology
From the root word 'bawa' which means 'to lessen' or 'to disregard'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
To reduce expenses
To save on costs.
Makapagbawa sa gastos
To reduce weight
To lessen body weight.
Makapagbawa ng timbang
Related Words
reduction
The act of lessening something.
bawas
how
Method of reducing or changing.
paano
Slang Meanings
to pass on views or ideas
Our class has a unique idea for the project, they are great at sharing.
Kakaiba yung ideya ng klase natin sa project, ang galing nilang makapagbawa.
continuously giving opinions or suggestions
He always shares during meetings, he has a lot of input.
Lagi siya nagmamakapagbawa sa mga meeting, ang dami niyang input.