Filipino-Tagalog Vocabulary Did you know that 'mabuhay' means to live or long live in its literal meaning? It came from the word 'buhay' which means life. But, it is also used to mean welcome or to wish the best for someone. halimbawa (example) Mabuhay ang bagong kasal! (Long live to the newly wed) Can you use the word 'Mabuhay!' in a sentence? Try it below ^^