From root: bait
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagpakabait
nag-pa-ka-ba-IT
behaved
Present (Incomplete)
nagpapakabait
nag-pa-pa-ka-ba-IT
behaving
Future (Contemplated)
magpapakabait
mag-pa-pa-ka-ba-IT
will behave
Usage Note
Magpakabait is used when instructing someone, typically children, to act properly or be on their best behavior in a specific context. It often implies an intentional effort to be kind, obedient, or disciplined rather than just a general personality trait.
Examples
" Magpakabait ka sa eskwela. "
Natural Translation
Behave at school.
Literal Translation
Behave you at school.
" Sinubukan nilang magpakabait sa harap ko. "
Natural Translation
They tried to behave in front of me.
Literal Translation
Tried they behave at front my.
" Pinangakuan ng bata ang kaniyang ina na magpapakabait siya habang wala ang mga magulang sa bahay. "
Natural Translation
The child promised his mother that he would behave while the parents were away from home.
Literal Translation
Promised the child the his mother that will-behave he while absent the parents at home.
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