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    Magputo (en. To cut)

    /maɡˈputo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A verb referring to the action of cutting.
    He cut a piece of paper.
    Nagputo siya ng isang piraso ng papel.
    The act of cutting something into a specific size or shape.
    Let's cut some vegetables for the salad.
    Magputo tayo ng mga gulay para sa salad.
    Slicing or removal of a part of something.
    It should be cut properly to get the right size.
    Dapat magputo ng maayos upang makuha ang tamang sukat.

    Etymology

    root word: puto

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to cut hair
    Cutting hair to a certain length or style.
    magputo ng buhok

    Related Words

    puto
    A type of sweet rice cake in the Philippines.
    puto

    Slang Meanings

    Tomboy or someone who doesn't care about their appearance.
    Why does Ana dress like that? She looks like a magputo.
    Bakit ganyan magbihis si Ana? Parang magputo na eh.
    A witness to an uncomfortable situation.
    Can you handle that? You look like a magputo in that fight!
    Kaya mo ba 'yan? Mukhang magputo ka sa laban na 'yan!