Kandilihin (en. To care for)

kan-di-li-hin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
a verb that means to nurture or take care of a person or thing.
Take care of your pets so that they become healthy.
Kandilihin mo ang iyong mga alaga upang sila ay maging malusog.
it refers to the effort to give enough attention and love.
We must take care of our households in times of trial.
Dapat nating kandilihin ang ating mga sambahayan sa mga oras ng pagsubok.

Etymology

from the word 'kandili' meaning to nurture or care for

Common Phrases and Expressions

take care of the heart
nurture a person's feelings
kandilihin ang puso

Related Words

nurturing
the action of caring or nurturing.
kandili
pet
a person or thing that is taken care of.
alaga

Slang Meanings

To be playful or mischievous with someone.
Tease your crush a bit, maybe they like you too.
Kandilihin mo na 'tong crush mo, baka gusto ka rin niya.
To flirt or act sweet.
Mark started to flirt with Jane, he was so happy!
Nagsimula nang kandilihin si Mark si Jane, ang saya saya niya!
To keep charming someone until they feel attracted.
Just keep charming her, eventually she’ll notice you.
Kandilihin mo lang siya, darating din ang panahon na mapapansin ka niya.