Magbelo (en. To beautify)
mægˈbɛloʊ
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action or activity of beautifying an object or person.
She beautified her face before the important occasion.
Siya ay nagbelo ng kanyang mukha bago ang mahalagang okasyon.
The process of beautifying using cosmetics or make-up.
She beautified flowers for the wedding decoration.
Magbelo siya ng mga bulaklak para sa dekorasyon ng kasal.
Expressing beauty in form or external appearance.
Let's beautify our homes for the festival.
Magbelo tayo ng ating mga tahanan para sa pista.
Etymology
The word 'belo' is derived from the Spanish 'bello', meaning beautiful or attractive.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to beautify oneself
to enhance one's appearance using cosmetics or clothing
magbelo ng sarili
to beautify the house
to organize or decorate the house
magbelo ng bahay
Related Words
belo
A word referring to the same root of magbelo, meaning beautiful or attractive.
belo
pampaganda
Products or techniques used for beautifying.
pampaganda
Slang Meanings
ask or chat
Go ahead, just magbelo them for any updates.
Sige na, magbelo ka na lang sa kanila kung ano na ang balita.
to show off or showcase one's skills
I also want to magbelo to my friends in basketball later.
Gusto ko ring magbelo sa mga tropa ko sa basketball mamaya.