Umasal (en. To behave)

oo-ma-sal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A part of speech that refers to an action or behavior.

We need to behave properly in front of guests.

Kailangan nating umasal ng maayos sa harap ng mga bisita.

The performance of an action;

He behaved with respect toward his teacher.

Umasal siya nang may respeto sa kanyang guro.

The manner of acting or reacting of a person.

His behavior reflects his true character.

Ang kanyang asal ay nagpapakita ng kanyang tunay na pagkatao.

from the root word 'asal' which means 'behavior' or 'character'

behave well

to conduct oneself properly

umasal nang maayos

did not behave correctly

to misbehave or act improperly

hindi umasal ng tama

behavior

Refers to the behavior or character of a person.

asal

discipline

Following rules and standards.

disiplina

to complain or whine

Oh no, Mark is complaining again about his homework!

Naku, umaasal na naman si Mark tungkol sa homework niya!

to be overly dramatic or picky

Why are you acting like you're rich when you don't have any money!

Bakit kasi umaasal ka na parang mayaman, e wala ka namang pera!

to act socially elevated

She said she’s acting all posh because she wants to show she’s chic.

Sabi niya, umaasal siya kasi gusto niya ipakita na chic siya.