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    Lumambing (en. To be affectionate)

    /luˈmɐm.bɪŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    Indicates the act of showing affection or care.
    We need to be affectionate with each other during times of trials.
    Kailangan nating lumambing sa isa't isa sa panahon ng mga pagsubok.
    To perform actions that show love or sensitivity.
    His affectionate gesture made everyone happy.
    Ang kanyang lumambing na kilos ay nagpasaya sa lahat.
    To be affectionate towards someone.
    We should be affectionate even to those close to us.
    Dapat tayong lumambing kahit sa mga malalapit sa atin.

    Etymology

    From the word 'lambing' which means showing affection or care.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to be affectionate towards him/her
    showed affection towards someone.
    lumambing sa kanya
    don't be affectionate towards me
    expressing not wanting the other person to act affectionately.
    huwag lumambing sa akin

    Related Words

    affection
    the state of being affectionate or loving.
    lambing
    tenderness
    a state or quality of being gentle in treatment.
    tenderness

    Slang Meanings

    to be affectionate or sweet
    That's why Mark became so affectionate, he wants to show that he loves Jane.
    Kaya pala sobrang lumambing si Mark, gusto niyang ipakita na mahal niya si Jane.
    to become caring or nurturing
    He served at the table so everyone became caring.
    Naglingkod siya sa lamesa kaya lumambing ang lahat.