Idilat (en. To extend)

i-di-lat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action meaning to open or reveal the eyes.
Open your eyes to see the surroundings.
Idilat mo ang mga mata mo para makita ang paligid.
To provide additional or accurate explanation.
Elaborate on the details in this report.
Idilat ang mga detalye sa report na ito.
To reveal or express something hidden.
Reveal your truth to everyone.
Idilat mo ang iyong katotohanan sa lahat.

Etymology

From the word 'dilat' meaning 'to go' or 'to carry'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

open your mind
Open the mind to new ideas.
idilat mo ang iyong isip

Related Words

dilat
The term 'dilat' refers to the state of being open, like in the eyes or objects.
dilat

Slang Meanings

To open one's eyes or to glance around.
Open your eyes now, something might happen to you.
Idilat mo na yung mata mo, baka anong mangyari sayo.
To become alert or observant.
You need to open your mind to what's happening around you.
Kailangan mong idilat yung isip mo sa mga nangyayari sa paligid.
To pay attention or concentrate.
Please focus your attention here, I need help.
Idilat mo nga yung atensyon mo dito, kailangan ko ng tulong.