From root: tabi
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagtabi
nag-ta-BI
set aside
Present (Incomplete)
nagtatabi
nag-ta-ta-BI
is setting aside
Future (Contemplated)
magtatabi
mag-ta-ta-BI
will set aside
Usage Note
Magtabi is used when placing objects side by side or when setting aside resources like money for future use. It is frequently used in daily life to refer to saving part of one's income or keeping things organized by proximity.
Examples
" Magtabi tayo ng pera. "
Natural Translation
Let's set aside some money.
Literal Translation
Set-aside we of money.
" Gusto kong magtabi ng pera. "
Natural Translation
I want to set money aside.
Literal Translation
Want I set-aside of money.
" Bago pa man magbakasyon, nagtabi muna kami ng sapat na pera para sa pamasahe at pagkain ng buong pamilya. "
Natural Translation
Even before going on vacation, we first set aside enough money for the transportation and food of the whole family.
Literal Translation
Before even vacation, set-aside first we of enough money for the fare and food of whole family.
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