Alis (en. Remove)
ah-lis
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The term 'alis' refers to the action of leaving or removing something.
You should remove the old decorations in the house.
Dapat mong alisan ang mga lumang dekorasyon sa bahay.
It can also imply escaping or getting away from a situation.
You need to free your mind from negative thoughts.
Kailangan mong alisan ang iyong isip sa mga negatibong pag-iisip.
Etymology
From the word 'alis' meaning 'to leave' or 'to remove'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
let's go!
It means it's time to leave.
alis na!
Related Words
remove
This is the verbal form of 'alis,' meaning 'to remove' or 'to oppose.'
alisin
departure
Refers to the process of leaving or departing.
pag-alis
Slang Meanings
to leave, to escape
He left quickly earlier, I couldn't catch him.
Mabilis siyang umalis kanina, hindi ko na siya nahabol.
to run away
When he saw me approaching, he ran away!
Nang makita niya akong papalapit, alis na siya sa takbo!
gotta go
I'm leaving now, I have other things to do. Gotta go!
Alis na ako, may iba pa akong gagawin. NC!