From root: labis
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nilabis
ni-la-BIS
did excessively
Present (Incomplete)
nilalabis
ni-la-la-BIS
doing excessively
Future (Contemplated)
lalabisin
la-la-bi-SIN
will do excessively
Usage Note
Labisin is used when describing an action performed beyond moderation or exceeding a necessary limit, often implying a negative consequence for being wasteful. It is typically found in formal advice or warnings regarding self-discipline and avoiding overindulgence.
Examples
" Ayaw kong labisin ang trabaho. "
Natural Translation
I don't want to overdo the work.
Literal Translation
Dislike I do-excessively the work.
" Ayaw kong labisin ang gamit. "
Natural Translation
I don't want to do things excessively.
Literal Translation
Dislike I do-excessively the things.
" Huwag mong labisin ang pag-inom ng kape dahil baka hindi ka na makatulog mamayang gabi. "
Natural Translation
Don't overdo your coffee drinking because you might not be able to sleep tonight.
Literal Translation
Do-not you do-excessively the drinking of coffee because maybe not you anymore can-sleep later night.
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