Magtagilid (en. To tilt)

/maɡtaˈɡilid/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that indicates the action of tilting something.
Tilt the book so it's easier to read the pages.
Magtagilid ka ng libro upang mas madaling basahin ang mga pahina.
The action of lifting on one side.
Let's tilt the table to create more space.
Magtagilid tayo ng mesa upang magkaroon ng mas maraming espasyo.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tilting an object
placing an object in a slanted position
magtagilid ng bagay

Related Words

side
a position where one side is elevated compared to the other.
tagilid

Slang Meanings

to look for a way to avoid
You should 'magtagilid' on the problem, you can't just sulk here.
Dapat kang magtagilid sa problema, hindi ka pwedeng magmukmok lang dito.
to lean away from a situation
Just 'magtagilid' in the conversation, you don't seem in the mood.
Magtagilid ka na lang sa usapan, mukhang wala ka naman sa mood.