Anayin (en. To whittle)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The meaning of 'anayin' is to derive food from something, usually done with a sharp object.
Whittle this wood to make a spoon.
Anayin mo ang kahoy na ito para makagawa tayo ng tsurot.
A way of caring for something to preserve or maintain its quality.
We need to whittle the plants to help them grow well.
Kailangan nating anayin ang mga halaman para sila'y lumago ng maayos.
The process of slowly removing parts from something.
Let's whittle the edges of the stone to make it smooth.
Anayin natin ang mga labas ng bato upang maging makinis ito.

Common Phrases and Expressions

whittle the wood
cut or shape the wood with a sharp object
anayin ang kahoy

Related Words

cut
The process of cutting or removing parts from something.
gupit
shaping
The process of arranging or giving form to something.
paghuhulma

Slang Meanings

Removing tiredness or stress (to de-stress or relax)
Everything just feels like anayin after my whole day of work, so I binge-watched a series.
Parang anayin lang ang lahat pagkatapos ng maghapon kong trabaho, kaya nag-binge watch ako ng series.
To have fun or enjoy
Let's all anayin at the party later, we have lots of food and drinks!
Sama-sama tayong anayin sa party mamaya, dami nating pagkain at inumin!
To hang out or have fun with friends
Friends, let's anayin at the beach this weekend!
Mga kaibigan, anayin tayo sa beach ngayong weekend!