Maguhog (en. To carve)

/maˈɡu.hog/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb referring to the process of carving or engraving materials.
You carve wood to create a table.
Maguhog ka ng kahoy upang makagawa ng mesa.
The action of creating or forming something from a solid material by carving.
He wants to carve a figurine from stone.
Nais niyang maguhog ng figurine mula sa bato.
Often used in the context of art and creation.
In their class, they were taught to carve shapes in clay.
Sa kanilang klase, tinuruan silang maguhog ng mga hugis sa clay.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'guhog' which means to carve or form.

Common Phrases and Expressions

carving of a carpenter
The carving or construction of furniture from wood.
maguhog ng karpintero

Related Words

creation
The process of making or creating something.
likha
line
A line or form often used in creating artwork.
guhit

Slang Meanings

To rest or relax
Okay, let's chill for a bit before we get back to work.
Sige, maguhog muna tayo bago tayo bumalik sa trabaho.
To lounge or get comfortable
It's nice to chill at home while watching Netflix.
Ang saya maguhog sa bahay habang nanonood ng Netflix.
To bond with friends
It's Saturday! Let's hang out at Juan's house.
Sabado na! Maguhog tayo sa bahay ni Juan.