From root: dahil
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagdahilan
nag-da-hi-LAN
gave an excuse
Present (Incomplete)
nagdadahilan
nag-da-da-hi-LAN
is giving an excuse
Future (Contemplated)
magdadahilan
mag-da-da-hi-LAN
will give an excuse
Usage Note
Magdahilan is used when providing a reason or justification for an action, typically to excuse a shortcoming or avoid blame. In social contexts, it is common when explaining lateness or missed commitments, though excessive use can imply one is being evasive.
Examples
" Huwag kang magdahilan. "
Natural Translation
Don't make excuses.
Literal Translation
Don't you give-excuse.
" Mahilig siyang magdahilan kapag may utos. "
Natural Translation
He likes to give an excuse when there is a command.
Literal Translation
Fond he give-excuse when have command.
" Sa halip na magdahilan tuwing nahuhuli ka, mas mabuti pang aminin mo ang iyong pagkakamali. "
Natural Translation
Instead of making excuses every time you're late, it would be better to just admit your mistake.
Literal Translation
Instead of give-excuse every-time late you, more good still admit you the your mistake.
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