Magkulay (en. To color)

/maɡkuˈlai/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of applying color to something.
I want to color the pictures using colorful paints.
Gusto kong magkulay ng mga larawan gamit ang mga makukulay na pintura.
Creating a brighter or more vivid image through color.
Let's color the pages in our book to make it more appealing.
Magkulay tayo ng mga pahina sa ating libro upang mas maging kaaya-aya ito.
Arranging colors in a particular design or theme.
In her project, she colored various shapes and structures.
Sa kanyang proyekto, nagkulay siya ng iba't ibang mga hugis at estruktura.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'kulay' which conceptually translates to giving life to descriptions.

Common Phrases and Expressions

coloring life
Giving color or joy to life.
magkulay ng buhay
color the world
To bring color to the world you live in.
kulayan ang mundo

Related Words

color
The quality of something that gives visual understanding.
kulay
paint
A liquid used to color or beautify surfaces.
pinta

Slang Meanings

to change one's appearance or style
Why don't you color your hair for the party?
Bakit hindi ka magkulay ng buhok para sa party?
to be more cheerful or energetic
Color up a bit to make your day lively.
Magkulay ka naman para maging lively ang araw mo.