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masigla

energetic or lively

adjective ma-sig-LA DERIVED Less Common
Illustration of the root word "sigla" (vitality; energy)
Illustration from root: sigla

From root: sigla

Usage Note

Masigla is commonly used to describe a person's mood or the vibe of a celebration. For example, Masigla ang pagdiriwang means the celebration is lively.

Examples

Beginner

" Masigla siya ngayong umaga. "

Natural Translation

She is full of energy this morning.

Literal Translation

Energetic she this morning.

Intermediate

" Masigla ang mga bata sa parke. "

Natural Translation

The children in the park are lively.

Literal Translation

Lively the children in the park.

Advanced

" Kahit pagod na pagod sa trabaho, masigla pa ring sumasayaw ang lola tuwing may handaan sa amin. "

Natural Translation

Even though she's dead tired from work, Grandma still dances energetically whenever there's a feast at our place.

Literal Translation

Even though very tired from work, energetic still dancing the grandmother whenever there is feast at us.

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