Linis (en. Clean)
/ˈlɪ.nɪs/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Tidying up or beautifying a place.
Cleaning of the park should be done every Sunday.
Kailangang isagawa ang linis sa parke tuwing Linggo.
State of being clean or free from dirt.
The cleanliness of her room is impressive.
Ang linis ng kanyang silid ay kahanga-hanga.
verb
To take steps to remove dirt or clutter.
They cleaned their yard last week.
Linis ng kanilang bakuran ang kanilang ginawa noong nakaraang linggo.
To do something to make something neat.
She needs to clean her house before the guests arrive.
Kailangan niyang linisin ang kanyang bahay bago dumating ang bisita.
Etymology
from the root word 'linis' that refers to the state of cleanliness or being free from dirt.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Clean mind
Having a clear and organized thought.
Linis ng isip
Clean the surroundings
Care and maintenance of cleanliness in the environment.
Linisin ang paligid
Related Words
cleanliness
State of being clean; the subject of hygiene.
kalinisan
to clean
Verb referring to the act of cleaning.
linisin
clean
Term used to describe cleanliness.
malinis
Slang Meanings
Tidy or clean up a mess.
Okay, I'll clean your room now, it's so messy!
Sige, linisiin ko na 'yang kwarto mo, ang gulo-gulo kasi!
To show off or flaunt something.
His new shoes are so clean, it's like he wants to show them off.
Ang linis ng kanyang bagong sapatos, parang gusto niyang ipagmalaki.
To be very meticulous or picky.
His notes are so clean, very organized!
Ang linis-linis ng kanyang mga notes, napaka-organized!
To do something neatly.
Please clean your work neatly for the project.
Linisin mo sana nang maayos yung trabaho mo para sa proyekto.