Magpahid (en. To smear)
/mæɡˈpahɪd/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform the act of smearing or applying a substance to something.
You should smear some oil on your hands before cooking.
Magpahid ka ng langis sa iyong mga kamay bago ka magluto.
To apply a substance, such as paint or medicine, onto the surface of another object.
Apply paint on the wood to make it look better.
Magpahid ng pintura sa kahoy upang ito'y maging mas maganda.
To interact or perform an activity by using sweat or dirt.
He smeared sweat on his forehead after a strenuous workout.
Nagpahid siya ng pawis sa kanyang noo pagkatapos ng matinding ehersisyo.
Etymology
The word 'magpahid' originates from the word 'pahid', which means 'to smear' or 'to apply on top'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to wipe sweat
the act of removing sweat from the face or body
magpahid ng pawis
to apply medicine
the act of putting medicine on the affected part of the body
magpahid ng gamot
Related Words
smear
an act or process of applying material on something
pahid
paint
a material used for smearing to provide color or protection
pintura
Slang Meanings
To apply some lotion or ointment.
Apply some sunblock before we go out.
Magpahid ka na ng sunblock bago tayo lumabas.
To interact or touch someone (to embarrass or tease someone).
Don't mess around, he might get angry!
Huwag mong magpahid, baka magalit siya!
To swipe or browse.
It's so boring here, let's just scroll on the phone!
Napaka-boring dito, tara na magpahid sa phone!