Magbendahe (en. To stitch)

/maɡ.bɛnˈda.hɛ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of placing threads to create a suitable embroidered design.
She stitched a beautiful tapestry for the living room.
Siya ay nagbendahe ng isang magandang tapiseriya para sa sala.
Creating items using the necessary methods and materials to achieve a specific goal through weaving.
In her free time, she stitched clothes for her grandchildren.
Sa kanyang libreng oras, nagbendahe siya ng mga damit para sa kanyang mga apo.
A form of art or technical work that expresses an image or design through embroidery.
Embroidery is one of the traditional arts of the country.
Ang pagbendahe ay isa sa mga tradisyunal na sining ng bansa.

Etymology

from the root word 'bendahe' which means 'to focus on a specific purpose or vessel.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to stitch fabric
the process of beautifying fabric through arrangement of threads.
magbendahe ng tela
to stitch insights
to formulate ideas or knowledge using different concepts.
magbendahe ng mga karanungan

Related Words

embroidery
The material used in stitching that often comes in many colors and designs.
bendahe
art of embroidery
The art focused on stitching, akin to traditional art.
sining ng pagbendahe

Slang Meanings

Looking for a partner or soulmate in life, usually with a neutral tone.
Isn't it fun when you go looking for a partner? It's like you always have someone with you!
Eh di ba ang saya-saya kapag nagbendahe ka? Parang may kasama ka lagi!
Searching for a boyfriend or girlfriend, using a slang tone.
Oh gosh, she's looking for a partner again, the excitement is on another level!
Naku, nagbendahe na naman siya, ibang level na ang kilig!
Going on dates or getting to know others, showing interest in finding a partner.
Do you want to look for a partner at the party later? There are a lot of cute people there.
Gusto mo bang magbendahe sa party mamaya? Maraming cute na tao dun.