Filipino · Adjectives
mabagal
Slow
Beginneradjective
Definition
Moving or happening without speed.
Example
Mabagal ang internet ngayon.
The internet is slow today.
Etymology
The word 'mabagal' comes from the root word 'bagal', which originally means 'slowness' in Tagalog. It has influenced and been influenced by other Philippine languages, reflecting the shared linguistic heritage of the region.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in both formal and informal contexts to describe pace, often in spoken language. It is common in daily conversations across the Philippines.