Humugis (en. To shape)
hu-mu-gis
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To form something with a specific shape.
He shaped a beautiful toy out of clay.
Humugis siya ng isang magandang laruan mula sa putik.
To cause a change in the form of something.
The new technology shaped the way we communicate.
Ang bagong teknolohiya ay humugis sa paraan ng ating komunikasyon.
To give direction or influence the development of something.
Teachers shape the minds of students.
Ang mga guro ay humuhugis sa isip ng mga estudyante.
Etymology
The word 'humugis' comes from the root word 'hugis,' meaning shape or form.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to shape one's destiny
To take steps to determine the future.
humugis ng kapalaran
Related Words
shape
Refers to the form or shape of something.
hugis
formed
Means that something has been built or shaped.
binuo
Slang Meanings
to swing
Swing over to me so I can see what you look like.
Humugis ka nga sa 'kin para makita ko kung anong itsura mo.
to move
Why aren't you moving? The show is already starting.
Bakit hindi ka humuhugis? Umaandar na kasi yung show.
to go
Head over there, they're already waiting for you.
Humugis ka na roon, naghihintay na sila sa 'yo.