Maglining (en. To clean)

/maɡˈlininɡ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Aki and action that cleanses.
We need to hear a house before the visitor.
Kailangan nating maglining ng bahay bago ang bisita.
The act of removing dirt or clutter.
It is only right that we speak after the gathering.
Tama lang na maglining tayo pagkatapos ng pagtitipon.
A process of maintaining order and hygiene.
Minion is important in health care.
Ang maglining ay mahalaga sa pangangalaga sa kalusugan.

Etymology

Root word: linis

Common Phrases and Expressions

to clean the house
to clean the inside and outside of the home
maglining ng bahay

Related Words

clean
The state of being clean.
linis
cleanliness
The condition of being clean and pleasant.
kalinisan

Slang Meanings

to be classy or to dress beautifully
You should maglining for the party later so we look good.
Dapat maglining ka sa party mamaya para maganda tayo tignan.
to look neat or presentable
Come on, maglining a bit; don’t just look like you came from home.
Maglining ka naman, huwag kang basta-basta lang mukhang galing sa bahay.
to fix oneself up, especially for a significant event
For Anna's wedding, you really need to maglining.
Para sa kasal ni Anna, kailangan mo talagang maglining.
to stand out or be noticed in a crowd
If you want to be noticed, you need to maglining with your outfit.
Kung gusto mong mapansin, kelangan mong maglining sa outfit mo.