Magtaguri (en. To address)

maɡ.ta.ˈɡu.ri

Synonyms

To refer or mention someone or something in a particular way.

The gay community uses 'beshie' to refer to their friends.

Ang mga bakla, nagtaguri ng 'beshie' para sa kanilang mga kaibigan.

To give a nickname or pet name.

Why do you refer to her as 'kikay' when she isn't like that?

Bakit ang taguri mo sa kanya ay 'kikay', eh hindi naman siya ganun?

To joke or give a funny reference.

Our group calls Marco 'Porkchop' because of his weight.

Ang taguri ng tropa namin kay Marco ay 'Porkchop' dahil sa kanyang bigat.