Makisabad (en. To interfere)

/ma.ki.'sa.bəd/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Performs an action that may indirectly affect other people or things.
Don't interfere in their conversation.
Huwag kang makisabad sa kanilang usapan.
Refers to the use of power or influence over others.
He often interferes with the group's decisions.
Madalas siyang makisabad sa mga desisyon ng grupo.

Etymology

from the word 'sabad' meaning intrusion or interference.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't interfere
Avoid meddling in someone's conversation or activities.
Huwag makisabad

Related Words

intrusion
Refers to the act of meddling or unnecessary interference.
sabad

Slang Meanings

To join a conversation or situation even if not involved.
I hope you don't butt in on our conversation, huh.
Sana hindi ka makisabad sa usapan namin, eh.
To meddle in someone else's life.
Why do you have to meddle in my family's problems?
Bakit kasi makisabad ka sa mga problema ng pamilya ko.
To interfere with other people's plans.
Don't you want to let us be? You’re always butting in.
Ayaw mo bang hayaan kami? Palagi ka na lang makisabad.
Insensitive to butt in.
No offense, but it seems like you're just joining in without reason.
No offense, pero parang makisabad ka na lang nang makisabad.