Manilbihan (en. To serve)

ma-nil-bi-han

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of delivering or providing a service.
Serve the guests while they wait for their food.
Manilbihan mo ang mga bisita habang naghihintay sila sa kanilang pagkain.
Providing help or support to others.
One must serve those in need of help.
Kailangang manilbihan sa mga nangangailangan ng tulong.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'nilbi' meaning 'to give' and the suffix 'han' indicating action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

serve with integrity
Perform service truthfully and diligently.
manilbihan ng tapat

Related Words

service
The act of providing help or support to others.
servisyo
help
Provision of physical or emotional support to others.
tulong

Slang Meanings

do
Maybe you'll help him with his homework tomorrow.
Baka manilbihan mo siya sa kanyang mga homework bukas.
assist
I hope you can assist me in the next meeting.
Sana manilbihan mo ako sa susunod na meeting.
to help
Can you help around the house? We have a lot of work to do!
Manilbihan ka naman sa bahay, marami tayong gawain!