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    Magtornilyo (en. To screw)

    /maɡ.tor.ni.ljo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    Performs the action of placing a screw into something.
    Screw some sheets of metal onto my roof.
    Magtornilyo ka ng mga yero sa aking bubong.
    An action that connects parts using a screw.
    Let's screw the walls to build a house.
    Magtornilyo tayo ng mga pader upang bumuo ng bahay.

    Etymology

    Originates from the word 'tornilyo' which means screw.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Screw well.
    You need to ensure it's firmly attached.
    Magtornilyo ng mabuti.

    Related Words

    screw
    A hardware used to attach things.
    tornilyo

    Slang Meanings

    Looking alike or closely related items or people, used to imply closeness but not exactly together.
    Wow, let's be like screwdrivers, huh? We seem like different people.
    Aba, magtornilyo tayo, ha! Mukhang magkaibang tao tayo.
    When something feels pointless or annoying in a situation.
    Oh no, it's so messy here, everything feels like a screw!
    Naku, ang gulo dito, parang magtornilyo ang lahat!