Makayari (en. Able to make)

/makayari/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Expresses the ability to make or create.
He is able to make many things such as art and music.
Siya ay makayari sa maraming bagay tulad ng sining at musika.

Etymology

From the root word 'yari', meaning 'made' or 'created', and 'ma-' prefix indicating ability.

Common Phrases and Expressions

able to make things
the ability to create various things
makayari ng mga bagay

Related Words

faith
The ability to believe in oneself to do good.
pananampalataya

Slang Meanings

Tough or strong
This seems tough, it won't break easily!
Parang makayari ito, hindi basta-basta nababasag!
Fast or efficient
This cellphone is efficient; just one click, everything is there!
Ang cellphone na ito, makayari siya; isang click lang, andun na lahat!
Unique or hard to beat
That game of his is tough! I have no hope.
Yung laro niyang iyon, makayari! Wala na akong pag-asa.