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    Magpakintab (en. To shine)

    /maɡ.pa.kin.tab/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb meaning to make something shiny or to reflect light.
    You need to polish your shoes for the next occasion.
    Kailangan mong magpakintab ng iyong sapatos para sa susunod na okasyon.
    Refers to the process of smoothing a surface.
    Polish your wooden craft to make it look better.
    Magpakintab ka ng likha mong kahoy upang maging mas maganda ang itsura nito.
    Expresses the action of showcasing brilliance or attractiveness.
    In her performance, she shone through her talent and skill.
    Sa kanyang pagperform, siya ay nagpakintab sa kanyang talino at galing.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'kintab' meaning 'shine' or 'gloss'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to polish the vehicle
    Making the vehicle look new and shiny.
    magpakintab ng sasakyan
    to shine the floor
    The process of smoothing and polishing the floor to make it bright.
    magpakintab ng sahig

    Related Words

    shine
    The state of being shiny or reflecting light.
    kintab
    smooth
    The process of smoothing or removing imperfections from something.
    pakinis

    Slang Meanings

    To start a better life or to progress in life.
    He should shine up to advance in his career.
    Dapat magpakintab na siya para umunlad sa kanyang career.
    To become popular or successful in something.
    I want to shine in the field of music!
    Nais kong magpakintab sa larangan ng musika!