Aldabisin (en. To wash thoroughly)

/al-da-bi-sin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A process of cleaning or washing items to remove dirt.
Wash your hands thoroughly before eating.
Aldabisin mo ang iyong kamay bago kumain.
Careful washing of the body or body parts.
We need to wash our skin thoroughly after the game.
Kailangan nating aldabisin ang balat pagkatapos ng laro.

Etymology

From the word 'al-dabi' meaning 'to wash' combined with 'isin' indicating action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Wash everything thoroughly
Clean everything properly.
Aldabisin mo ang lahat

Related Words

shaking/washing
An activity of cleaning or washing.
pag-uuga
care
Taking care or maintaining items.
alaga

Slang Meanings

Talking sweet nothings or promises without concrete plans.
Don't be charmed by Marco's sweet nothings, because he's not serious.
Wag kang mabighani sa mga aldabisin ni Marco, kasi hindi naman siya seryoso.
Giving compliments or praise that are empty.
Those comments of yours might just be sweet nothings, that's why I don't believe them.
Baka aldabisin lang 'yang mga comments mo, kaya di ako naniniwala.