Maybisa (en. To be able to)

/maɪˈbisa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

Indicates the ability to do something.

I am able to speak different languages.

Maybisa akong makakapagsalita sa iba't ibang wika.

Expresses the possibility of accomplishing something.

This application is able to assist users.

Maybisa ang aplikasyon na ito para sa mga gumagamit.

from the word 'bisa' meaning 'power' or 'ability'

This medicine is effective.

Maybisa ang gamot na ito.

ability

The quality or state of being able.

kakayahan

power

The power or capacity to do or cause something.

kapangyarihan

has wealth or is rich

John seems so happy; he looks like he has money because he always wears expensive clothes.

Parang ang saya-saya ni John, mukhang maybisa siya kasi laging mahal ang kanyang suot.

has connections or influence

He might be influential with politicians, which is why he gets favors easily.

Baka maybisa siya sa mga politiko, kaya madali siyang makakuha ng favor.

well-educated

He might be knowledgeable in various things; he looks smart.

Baka maybisa siya sa mga bagay-bagay, mukhang matalino kasi siya.