Mapagmabilis (en. Quick)

ma-pa-gma-bi-lis

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Capable of moving or acting faster.
Fast vehicles are more efficient in traveling.
Ang mga mapagmabilis na sasakyan ay mas mabisa sa pagbiyahe.
An adjective describing something that acts quickly.
We need a fast solution to the problem.
Kailangan natin ng mapagmabilis na solusyon sa problema.

Etymology

Root word: mabilis and the prefix 'mapag-' meaning 'capable of'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

quick assistance
Immediate help provided.
mapagmabilis na tulong

Related Words

speed
The characteristic of moving or acting at a high rate.
bilis
easy
Referring to something that is simple or effortless to do.
madali

Slang Meanings

Quick to act or decide.
I wish everyone was as quick as he is in making decisions!
Sana all, mapagmabilis siya sa mga desisyon!
Able to finish something right away.
I'm impressed with him; he’s really good at being quick in his work.
Bilib ako sa kanya, ang galing niyang maging mapagmabilis sa trabaho.
No beating around the bush, straight to the point.
I don't want any drama; I just want a quick conversation.
Ayaw ko na ng drama, gusto ko ng mapagmabilis na usapan.