Happen in Tagalog

“Happen” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Mangyari” or “Maganap”, referring to events or situations that occur or take place. Understanding the nuances of this word helps you express various types of occurrences in Filipino conversations more naturally.

[Words] = Happen

[Definition]:

• Happen /ˈhæpən/
• Verb 1: To take place, occur, or come to pass, especially without being planned.
• Verb 2: To chance to do something or be in a particular situation.
• Verb 3: To become of or befall someone or something.

[Synonyms] = Mangyari, Maganap, Magkaroon, Matuloy, Sumakay, Magtagpo.

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: What will happen if we don’t finish the project on time?
• Ex1_PH: Ano ang mangyayari kung hindi natin matapos ang proyekto sa takdang oras?
• Ex2_EN: The accident happened so quickly that nobody could prevent it.
• Ex2_PH: Ang aksidente ay nangyari nang napakabilis na walang makapigil dito.
• Ex3_EN: Strange things happen in this old house at night.
• Ex3_PH: Kakaibang mga bagay ay nangyayari sa lumang bahay na ito sa gabi.
• Ex4_EN: I happened to meet my old friend at the mall yesterday.
• Ex4_PH: Nagkataon na nakasalubong ko ang aking lumang kaibigan sa mall kahapon.
• Ex5_EN: Whatever happens, we will support you all the way.
• Ex5_PH: Anuman ang mangyari, susuportahan ka namin hanggang dulo.