Magpapintog (en. To inflate)

mag-pa-pin-tog

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb describing the action of inflating something.
I will inflate a balloon for the party.
Magpapintog ako ng lobo para sa party.
To give shape or volume to something by inflating.
We will inflate inflatable furniture for our picnic.
Magpapintog kami ng mga inflatable na kasangkapan para sa aming picnic.
The process of performing an inflation that expands objects.
At the opening of the program, we will inflate an arch.
Sa pagbubukas ng programa, magpapintog kami ng arko.

Etymology

Root word: pintog, meaning 'to inflate' or 'to swell'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

inflate a ball
The process of inflating or expanding a ball.
magpapintog ng bola
inflate a tire
The act of inflating a tire.
magpapintog ng gulong

Related Words

pintog
The root word referring to the process of expanding or inflating.
pintog

Slang Meanings

to take a snapshot or picture.
Before we leave, let's take a picture in front of the house.
Bago tayo umalis, magpapintog tayo sa harap ng bahay.
to have a photo taken with a good angle.
I hope we take a picture at the top of the mountain for a beautiful view.
Sana magpintog tayo sa taas ng bundok para magandang view.