Lagariin (en. To saw)

la-ga-ri-in

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The process of cutting something using a saw.
We need to saw the wood to get the right size.
Kailangan lagariin ang kahoy upang makuha ang tamang sukat.
Creating cuts by moving the saw.
It's good to saw the wood before nailing it.
Mainam na lagariin muna ang kahoy bago ito ipako.
A technique in measuring through cuts.
Saw the pieces to the appropriate size.
Lagariin ang mga bahagi sa angkop na sukat.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'lagari', meaning saw.

Common Phrases and Expressions

saw the woods
Make cuts on the woods.
lagariin ang mga kahoy

Related Words

saw
A tool used for cutting wood or other materials.
lagari

Slang Meanings

do or bother
Just do that homework of yours, you might end up being late.
Lagariin mo nga 'yang homework mo, baka mamaya ma-late ka na.
work hard
You need to put in the effort with the reports so we can make sales.
Dapat mo nang lagariin ang mga reports para makabenta tayo.
stay up or be busy
Get that done already so you can finish, don't you want to stay up?
Lagariin mo na yan nang matapos ka, ayaw mo na bang magpuyat?