Maglingid (en. To hide)

/maɡˈliŋ.id/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that expresses the action of hiding or creating invisibility.
We need to hide from the enemies.
Kailangan nating maglingid sa mga kaaway.
To do something that is not seen by the majority.
He often hides literal things in his house.
Madalas siyang maglingid ng mga literal na bagay sa kanyang tahanan.
The process of covering or hiding.
To hide the truth is not good.
Ang maglingid ng katotohanan ay hindi mabuti.

Etymology

derived from the root 'lingid' meaning 'hidden'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hide in the shadow
to conceal oneself from others or to move without being seen.
magtago sa anino
to hide away
to conceal or shelter oneself from what may cause harm.
magkubling daw

Related Words

hidden
Means concealed or not visible.
lingid
to hide
An action of creating invisibility.
magtago

Slang Meanings

to hide or not let others know
Just hide at home and don't go out.
Maglingid ka muna sa bahay at wag kang lalabas.
to withhold information
Withhold the details about the project.
Maglingid ka sa mga detalye tungkol sa proyekto.
to stay strong despite problems
You can do it! Stay strong against fear.
Kaya mo 'yan! Maglingid ka sa takot.