Laruin (en. To ruin)

/laˈru.in/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Completely damage or dig up something or a situation.
Don't ruin the opportunity given to you.
Huwag mong laruin ang pagkakataon na ibinigay sa iyo.
Cause destruction or damage.
A wrong decision can ruin your future.
Ang maling desisyon ay maaaring laruin ang iyong kinabukasan.
Harm things that are hard to restore.
Don't ruin the good relationship you have.
Huwag mong laruin ang magandang relasyon na mayroon kayo.

Etymology

derived from the word 'laro' meaning to play or have fun.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't ruin my feelings.
Don't destroy or complicate my emotions.
Huwag laruin ang aking damdamin.

Related Words

broken
Means damaged or not in good condition.
sira

Slang Meanings

To lighten up or make a situation fun.
Lighten up that situation so it won't be tense.
Laruin mo naman yang sitwasyon para hindi maging tense.
To do something mischievous or silly.
Just keep playing around with those jokes, they're funny!
Laruin mo lang yang mga biro mo, nakakatuwa!
To explore or discover new things.
Let's explore this place, it seems like there's so much to do!
Laruin natin ang lugar na ito, parang ang daming pwedeng gawin!