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    Mamahay (en. To reside)

    ma-ma-hay

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of having residence or staying in one place.
    They decided to reside in the town while studying.
    Nagpasya silang mamahay sa bayan habang nag-aaral.
    Staying in a place that is not temporary.
    It is important to reside in a place where you feel comfortable.
    Mahalaga ang mamahay sa lugar na komportable ka.

    Etymology

    From the word 'bahay' meaning home in Tagalog.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to reside on land
    To live in a house that is on land.
    mamahay sa lupa
    to reside for a long time
    To live in a place for an extended period.
    mamahay nang matagal

    Related Words

    house
    A structure where people reside.
    bahay
    home
    A place that is considered a person's home.
    tahanan

    Slang Meanings

    to settle down
    He wants to settle down in their own house in the province.
    Gusto na niyang mamahay sa sariling bahay nila sa probinsya.
    to stay temporarily
    He needs to stay at his aunt's house while studying.
    Kailangan niyang mamahay sa bahay ng tiyahin niya habang nag-aaral.
    to become a resident
    He just got back from overseas, but he wants to become a resident here.
    Ka-overseas lang niya, pero gusto na niyang mamahay dito.