Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Mangibig (en. To love)

    /maŋˈi.biɡ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb that means to express love or represent feelings of affection.
    His father wanted him to love with genuine companionship.
    Nais ng kanyang ama na mangibig siya ng taos-pusong kasamahan.
    Demonstrating care and nurturing towards someone.
    His actions clearly loved his family even in difficult times.
    Ang kanyang mga gawa ay clearly nangibig sa kanyang pamilya kahit noong mga mahihirap na panahon.

    Etymology

    Combination of 'mang-' denoting intention and 'ibig' meaning love.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    love rightly
    To love with the right intention and behavior.
    mangibig ng tama

    Related Words

    love
    The embodiment of the feeling of affection.
    pag-ibig
    dear
    Expressing what is said or felt as love.
    mahal

    Slang Meanings

    To flirt
    New to school but he's already good at flirting with his crushes!
    Bagong salta sa eskwela pero ang galing na niyang mangibig sa mga crush niya!
    To socialize
    He often mingles with people especially at parties; he's always popular!
    Madalas siyang mangibig sa mga tao lalo na pag may party, lagi siyang sikat!
    To court
    Many try to court her, but she is not yet into serious relationships.
    Ang daming sumusubok mangligaw sa kanya, pero siya ayaw pa sa seryoso.