Lower in Tagalog

“Lower” in Tagalog translates to “Mas mababa” (as adjective) or “Ibaba/Pababain” (as verb), referring to something positioned below another thing or the action of moving something downward. This common word describes comparative positions, reducing levels, and decreasing intensity. Mastering its usage enables clear communication about hierarchy, direction, and adjustments in daily Filipino conversations.

[Words] = Lower

[Definition]:

• Lower /ˈloʊ.ɚ/
• Adjective: Less high in position or level; comparative form of “low”.
• Verb 1: To move something down to a lower position.
• Verb 2: To reduce the amount, degree, or intensity of something.
• Verb 3: To make something less in value or quality.

[Synonyms] = Mas mababa, Ibaba, Pababain, Babaan, Pababa, Ilugso, Ihulog (drop down)

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The lower floor of the building has more spacious rooms than the upper levels.
Ex1_PH: Ang mas mababang palapag ng gusali ay may mas maluwag na mga silid kaysa sa itaas na antas.

Ex2_EN: Please lower the volume of the television because it’s too loud.
Ex2_PH: Pakihina mo ang lakas ng telebisyon dahil masyadong malakas.

Ex3_EN: The company decided to lower prices to attract more customers.
Ex3_PH: Nagpasya ang kumpanya na pababain ang mga presyo upang makaakit ng mas maraming customer.

Ex4_EN: They will lower the flag at sunset as part of the ceremony.
Ex4_PH: Ibababa nila ang bandila sa paglubog ng araw bilang bahagi ng seremonya.

Ex5_EN: The doctor advised him to lower his cholesterol through diet and exercise.
Ex5_PH: Pinayuhan siya ng doktor na pababain ang kanyang kolesterol sa pamamagitan ng diyeta at ehersisyo.