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    Magpatinis (en. To sharpen)

    /mɐg.pɐ.ti.nɪs/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb used to describe the process of sharpening or improving something.
    He needed to sharpen the knife before cooking.
    Kinailangan niyang magpatinis ng kutsilyo bago magluto.
    Becoming sharper or better at something.
    These experts will sharpen their skills over the years.
    Ang mga dalubhasang ito ay magpapatinis ng kanilang talento sa loob ng ilang taon.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root 'patin', meaning to become sharp.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to sharpen the mind
    To further expand knowledge or skills.
    magpatinis ng isip

    Related Words

    patin
    The action of sharpening or improving something to make it better.
    patin

    Slang Meanings

    To hire an escort or to be a gigolo.
    Due to financial need, he decided to become a gigolo at bars.
    Dahil sa pangangailangan sa pera, nagdecide siyang magpatinis sa mga bar.
    To act cool or blend in with wealthy people.
    Because of that, just by mingling with rich people, he feels like a VIP.
    Siya kasi, magpatinis lang sa mga mayayaman, feeling VIP na.
    To show off or impress others.
    He put on a show at school to amaze everyone.
    Nagpatinis siya sa school para lahat ma-amaze sa kanya.