Magsipilyo (en. To brush teeth)

/magsipilyo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action performed to clean the teeth using a brush.
Brush your teeth before sleeping to avoid cavities.
Magsipilyo ka bago matulog para maiwasan ang mga cavity.
The process of using a brush to maintain dental hygiene.
It is important to brush your teeth daily to keep them healthy.
Mahalaga ang magsipilyo araw-araw upang mapanatiling malusog ang mga ngipin.
Cleaning the mouth by brushing the teeth.
You should brush your teeth every morning and evening.
Dapat magsipilyo tuwing umaga at gabi.

Etymology

Root word: sipilyo, verb: mag-

Common Phrases and Expressions

Brush properly
To brush the teeth correctly and thoroughly.
Magsipilyo ng maayos
Don't forget to brush
Remember to clean your teeth with a brush.
Huwag kalimutan magsipilyo

Related Words

brush
An item used to brush teeth.
sipilyo
toothpaste
A material used together with the brush to clean teeth.
pasta ng ngipin

Slang Meanings

To brush one's teeth.
Don't forget to brush your teeth before going to bed!
Wag kang kalimot magsipilyo bago matulog!
To clean your teeth to get rid of bad breath.
You should brush your teeth because you smell like garlic!
Dapat magsipilyo ka kasi amoy bawang ka na!
To ensure your teeth are clean, like maintenance for oneself.
You really need to brush your teeth like you don't want to look sloppy.
Kailangan talaga magsipilyo parang ayaw mong magmukhang sloppy.