Makig-istorya

to converse; to talk; to chatverb

Alternative meanings

to converse
to talk with someone
to chat
to have a conversation
to exchange words or ideas

Pronunciation

mah-kig-is-TOR-yah

Root and affixes

From makig-, marking interaction with another person, and istorya, story, account, or conversation. Makig-istorya emphasizes talking with someone.

Variants or conjugations

makig-istorya = to converse with someone
mag-istorya = to speak / tell / converse
panag-istorya = conversation
istorya = story / conversation
sulti = to say / speak

Related words and expressions

istorya = story / conversation
sulti = to say / speak
panag-istorya = conversation
dayalogo = dialogue
hisgot = to talk about / discuss

Meaning and usage notes

Use makig-istorya when there is interaction with another person. For simply speaking or saying something, sulti may be more direct. For discussing a topic, hisgot fits better.