Manisid (en. To observe)

/ma.ni.sid/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To conduct a thorough observation of something or a situation.
He needs to observe the details of his project.
Kailangan niyang manisid sa mga detalye ng kanyang proyekto.
To look closely to gather information or context.
Observe your surroundings and see the people.
Manisid ka sa paligid at tingnan ang mga tao.
To be careful and critical of what is happening.
He should observe what everyone is saying.
Dapat manisid siya sa kung ano ang sinasabi ng lahat.

Etymology

from the root word 'manis' meaning to refer or to regard.

Common Phrases and Expressions

observe the stars
to gaze at the stars in the sky.
manisid ng mga bituin

Related Words

observer
A person who engages in observation.
manunuod

Slang Meanings

to ridicule or bully
He always makes fun of his classmates, laughing at their mistakes.
Lagi siyang manisid sa mga kaklase niya, pinagtatawanan ang mga sablay nila.
to judge
Don't be judgmental; you don't know what that person is going through.
Huwag kang manisid, hindi mo naman alam ang pinagdaraanan ng tao.
rude or disrespectful
That rude person has no respect for others.
Ang manisid na iyon, sobrang wala nang respeto sa kapwa.