Mangibabaw (en. To prevail)

/maŋʔibaˈbaw/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To rise above or to be in a dominant position.

The sun will prevail over the clouds in the afternoon.

Ang araw ay mangibabaw sa ulap sa hapon.

To dominate or have superiority.

We need to prevail over our opponents.

Kailangan nating mangibabaw sa ating mga kalaban.

from the root word 'ibabaw' which means top or upper.

let the truth prevail

To let the truth be the determining factor.

mangibabaw ang katotohanan

economic

Shows aspects of life that relate to livelihood or living, where prevailing is an important part.

pangkabuhayan

advantage

The state of being greater or superior to others.

kalamangan

to rise up or show strength

I hope my courage will dominate in facing challenges.

Sana magmangibabaw ang tapang ko sa pagharap sa mga pagsubok.

to become famous or well-known

Finally, their band dominated the concerts.

Sa wakas, nagmangibabaw ang banda nila sa mga concerts.

to dominate or prevail in chaos

Patience and hard work must prevail in this battle.

Dapat mangibabaw ang tiyaga at sipag sa laban na ito.