Lambalin (en. To caress)
lam-bah-lin
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of touching or holding with tenderness.
Caress her to show your love.
Lambalin mo siya upang ipakita ang iyong pagmamahal.
The act of gently touching a person or thing.
Caress the children's hair while they sleep.
Lambalin mo ang kutitap ng mga bata habang natutulog.
A form of expressing affection through physical contact.
Parents often caress their children.
Ang mga magulang ay madalas na lambalin ang kanilang mga anak.
Etymology
Root word: lambing
Common Phrases and Expressions
to touch the heart
to affect emotionally or romantically
lambalin ang puso
to be caressed by the wind
to feel a gentle touch from the wind
lambalin ng hangin
Related Words
affection
This refers to a feeling of having a tender relationship.
lambing
embrace
The act of hugging or kissing a person.
yakapin
Slang Meanings
Flirting or teasing
His sweet gestures are so charming, it's like he's intentionally trying to flirt with me.
Ang lambing niya ay sobrang nakakakilig, parang sinusadyang lambal-lambalin ako.
Bringing joy or making people happy
Even though he was sad, he tried to lift the spirits of those around him.
Kahit na malungkot siya, sinikap niyang lambalin ang mga tao sa paligid.
Being affectionate, often said among couples
That's how we express our affection at night while chatting.
Ganyan kami maglambalan sa gabi habang nagkukwentuhan.