Balatuhan (en. To put together skins)
/balaˈtuhan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of combining or laying together skins from animals.
Skinning is used in the production of leather goods.
Ginagamit ang balatuhan sa paggawa ng mga produkto mula sa katad.
The activity of constructing something from pieces of skin.
The skinning of skirts is an art that requires skill.
Ang balatuhan ng mga saya ay isang sining na kinakailangan ng kasanayan.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'balat' meaning 'skin' and 'tuhan' derived from the term for 'laying down' or 'putting together'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
layering of meat
The putting together or layering of the skin or flesh of an animal.
balatuhan ng karne
Related Words
skin
The outer layer of an animal's body that serves as protection.
balat
stitching
A method of joining two pieces of skin or materials using thread.
tahi
Slang Meanings
Hiding from someone or something.
He might hide later, don't worry.
Baka magbalatuhan siya mamaya, huwag kang mag-alala.
Surprise or shock at a situation.
I was surprised at what he said, I thought it was my fault!
Balatuhan ako sa sinabi niya, akala ko kasalanan ko!