Disimpektante (en. Disinfectant)

/disimpekˈtante/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A substance used to kill microbes and other harmful agents.
We used the disinfectant to clean the surfaces in the hospital.
Ginamit namin ang disimpektante upang linisin ang mga ibabaw sa ospital.
A chemical that reduces microbes on objects and environments.
The use of disinfectant is important in high-risk areas for infection.
Mahalaga ang paggamit ng disimpektante sa mga lugar na may mataas na panganib ng impeksyon.
The measurable strength of a product in killing microbes.
You need to check the disinfectant that has the appropriate level of effectiveness.
Kailangan mong tingnan ang disimpektante na may tamang antas ng bisa.

Etymology

derived from the word 'disinfection', with the suffix '-ante' added.

Common Phrases and Expressions

use a disinfectant
the process of using a product to clean and kill microbes.
gumamit ng disimpektante
disinfectant products
chemicals or solutions used for disinfection.
mga produkto ng disimektante

Related Words

disinfection
The process of killing microbes in an area or on a surface.
disimpeksyon
sanitation
The measures to maintain cleanliness and health.
sanitasyon

Slang Meanings

a disinfectant usually used at home for cleanliness
I bought a new disinfectant for the kitchen because I want it to be clean all the time.
Bumili ako ng bagong disimpektante para sa kitchen kasi gusto kong malinis palagi.
a cleaning agent with a powerful effect, akin to a magic spray
That disinfectant is like magic! It removes all germs!
Yung disimpektante na yan, parang magic! Lahat ng germs natatanggal!
used to remove odors and dirt, especially from leftover food
Use the disinfectant to get rid of the smell of the leftover food.
Gamitin mo ang disimpektante para mawala yung amoy ng mga natirang pagkain.