Hilam (en. Rinse)

/hiˈlam/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of removing dirt or soap using water.
We need to rinse the plates after we eat.
Kailangan nating hilamin ang mga plato pagkatapos nating kumain.
The result of washing or rinsing.
The rinse of water gave cleanliness to her face.
Ang hilam ng tubig ay nagbigay ng kalinisan sa kanyang mukha.
verb
The act of washing or removing dirt using water.
Rinse your hands before eating.
Hilamin mo ang iyong mga kamay bago kumain.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'hilam' which means the process of washing or removing dirt.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rinse of soap
Removing soap from something using water.
hilam ng sabon

Related Words

rinse
A type of wash that refers to the process of removing residues using water.
banlaw

Slang Meanings

Super into or addicted
I'm totally hooked on this k-drama!
Hilam na hilam na ako sa k-drama na 'to!
Crazy about someone
He's so into his crush, he just watches her all the time!
Hilam na hilam siya sa crush niya, lagi na lang niyang pinapanood!
Really busy or happy
I had a blast with my friends at the party earlier!
Hilam na hilam ako sa mga kaibigan ko sa party kanina!