Magpahabi (en. To weave)

/maɡpaˈhabɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of creating or depicting something using threads.
She is weaving a new blanket from colorful threads.
Siya ay nagmagpahabi ng bagong kumot mula sa makukulay na sinulid.
The process of interlacing threads to form a fabric or pattern.
Weaving is an art that requires skill and patience.
Ang magpahabi ay isang sining na kinakailangan ng kasanayan at tiyaga.
The creation of products from woven materials.
Due to her skill in weaving, she was able to sell many tapestries.
Dahil sa kanyang galing sa magpahabi, siya ay nakapagbenta ng maraming tapiserya.

Etymology

from the root 'habi' meaning 'weave' or 'plait'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to weave fabric
the process of creating fabric from threads
magpahabi ng tela
to weave a basket
the act of making a basket from woven materials
magpahabi ng basket

Related Words

weave
the primary action of interlacing threads to form fabric.
habi
fabric
the product woven from threads used in sewing and other purposes.
tela

Slang Meanings

Get your hair done at the salon to look nicer
I'm going to get my hair done at the salon later, to look fresh for the event!
Pahabi ako sa salon mamaya, para fresh sa event!
To style or grow out your hair
I want to get my hair done, I'm so excited!
Gusto ko na magpahabi ng buhok, sabik na ako!
To get pampered or enhance one's appearance
I'm going to pamper myself, so I'm getting my hair done tomorrow.
Magpapa pamper ako, kaya magpahabi ako bukas.