Magpatubig (en. To irrigate)

/maɡ.pa.tu.biɡ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform the action of supplying water to the land for crops.
Irrigate the vegetables so they can grow properly.
Magpatubig ka ng mga gulay upang lumago sila nang maayos.
The process of transferring water from one place to another for agriculture.
Irrigation is needed in the fields during summer.
Kailangan ng magpatubig sa mga taniman sa panahon ng tag-init.
Providing adequate water to crops to ensure their health.
Irrigation is essential for maintaining the plants.
Ang magpatubig ay mahalaga sa pagpapanatili ng mga halaman.

Etymology

from 'patubig' meaning 'water' or 'irrigation'

Common Phrases and Expressions

irrigate the crops
to provide water support to plants and crops.
magpatubig ng mga pananim

Related Words

irrigation
Refers to water used for irrigation.
patubig
irrigation system
A system or process of supplying water to land that can be irrigated.
irigasyon

Slang Meanings

to be true to your emotions
Come on, just be honest with him! There's nothing wrong with showing how you feel.
Sige na, magpatubig ka na sa kanya! Wala namang masama sa pagpapakita ng nararamdaman mo.
to be straightforward
You should be honest with your friends, so they know how you truly feel.
Dapat kang magpatubig sa mga kaibigan mo, para malaman nila kung ano ang tunay na nararamdaman mo.
to show your true self
Just be yourself! Show who you really are, not just who you pretend to be.
Magpatubig ka na! Ipakita mo kung sino ka talaga, hindi 'yung pinapanggap lang.