Maglambing (en. To be affectionate)

/maɡˈlambɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Perform actions that demonstrate care or affection.
Be affectionate to your parents to show your love for them.
Maglambing ka sa iyong mga magulang upang ipakita ang iyong pagmamahal sa kanila.
To show care and concern for others.
Children often show affection to their teachers.
Madalas maglambing ang mga bata sa kanilang mga guro.
To be tender or gentle in dealing with others.
You should be affectionate to your sibling if you want them to side with you.
Dapat kang maglambing sa iyong kapatid kung gusto mo siyang pumanig sa iyo.

Etymology

derived from the word 'lambing' which means showing feelings of love or care.

Common Phrases and Expressions

show affection to loved ones
demonstrate love to important people
maglambing sa mahal sa buhay
be affectionate to friends
show care to friends
maglambing sa mga kaibigan

Related Words

lambing
This term refers to care or demonstration of love.
lambing
love
The feeling or emotion of love and care.
pag-ibig

Slang Meanings

to be sweet, to show affection
I wish everyone would be the first to show affection to make someone fall for them.
Sana all, una kang naglambing sa kanya para mahulog siya sa'yo.
to be affectionate
You're all about being sweet, but you're not doing anything for them.
Puro ka na lang maglambing, wala ka namang ginagawa para sa kanya.
to be flirty or playful in a romantic way
He's different, that's why he always flirts with me so we could be together.
Kakaiba siya, kaya lagi siyang naglambing sa'kin para maging kami.