Usisain (en. Inquire)

/u.si.sain/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of investigating or inquiring about something.
Inquire about the details of the project before we decide.
Usisain mo ang mga detalye ng proyekto bago tayo magdesisyon.
The investigation or discovery of the truth.
They needed to inquire about the evidence for the case.
Kinailangan nilang usisain ang mga ebidensiya para sa kaso.
Examination of information or situations.
It's important to inquire about all possibilities before taking action.
Mahalagang usisain ang lahat ng posibilidad bago gumawa ng hakbang.

Etymology

derived from the word 'usisa' which means to inquire or investigate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

inquire about these things
Look into or ask about these things more deeply.
usisain ang mga ito

Related Words

inquiry
The act of asking or investigating.
usisa
question
A statement aimed at obtaining information.
tanong

Slang Meanings

To talk or chat non-stop.
Wow, Ana is so chatty about the gossip at school.
Grabe si Ana, usisain siya sa mga chismis sa school.
To ask questions incessantly or to pry.
Don't be too nosy, you might not like the answers.
Huwag kang usisain, baka hindi mo gusto ang mga sagot.