From root: buhay
Usage Note
Mabuhay is a classic Filipino exclamation used to welcome guests or celebrate success. It is the equivalent of cheers or hail in English.
Examples
" Mabuhay ang Pilipinas! "
Natural Translation
Long live the Philippines!
Literal Translation
Long-live the Philippines!
" Mabuhay ang bagong kasal! "
Natural Translation
Long live the newlyweds!
Literal Translation
Long-live the newly wed!
" Sa pagtatapos ng kanyang talumpati, sumigaw ang mga tao ng "Mabuhay!" upang ipakita ang kanilang suporta. "
Natural Translation
At the end of his speech, the people shouted "Long live!" to show their support.
Literal Translation
At the ending of his speech, shouted the plural people of "Long-live!" to show the their support.
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