Magtabing (en. To cover)
/magtabing/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of covering something.
Cover the books if you want to rest.
Magtabing ka ng mga libro kung gusto mong magpahinga.
The act of placing a cover or chance on something.
Let's cover the weeds around the area.
Magtabing tayo ng mga damo sa paligid ng paligid.
The action of covering looks or behaviors.
Cover up well so that the visitors cannot see.
Magtabing ka ng maayos upang hindi makita ang mga bisita.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'tabing' which means 'to conceal or cover a part'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to cover a perspective
To hide an opinion or belief.
magtabing ng pananaw
Related Words
cover
An item used to conceal or cover.
tabing
lid
A piece of material used for covering.
takip
Slang Meanings
Hide out
Just hide out, I'm busy.
Magtabing ka nga, busy ako eh.
To keep something hidden
She's hiding her cellphone so that no one knows.
Tinatago niya yung cellphone niya, para walang makaalam.
To hide behind
Hide behind the people so you won't be seen.
Magtabing ka sa likod ng mga tao para hindi ka makita.