Mamartilyo (en. To hammer)

/ma.mar.ti.lyo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of doing something using a hammer.
You will hammer the wood to achieve the right shape.
Mamartilyo ka ng kahoy upang makuha ang tamang hugis.
The process of striking with a hammer.
Hammer again for a sturdier furniture.
Mamartilyo kang muli para sa mas matibay na kasangkapan.

Etymology

From the word 'martilyo' meaning moving or relating to a hammer.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Hammering metal
To perform an action that induces or causes change in something.
Mamartilyo ng bakal

Related Words

hammer
A tool used for hitting or breaking.
martilyo
cutter
A person working in cutting or moving materials.
taga

Slang Meanings

In a hurry or rushing
I'm mamartilyo because I'm going to be late for class.
Mamartilyo na ako dahil malilate na ako sa klase.
Like rushing in everything
He's juggling so much, he's mamartilyo at work.
Ang dami niyang hinahabol, mamartilyo siya sa trabaho.
Not caring about time, just doing what I want
I'm mamartilyo to hang out even if it’s already night.
Mamartilyo akong gumala kahit na gabi na.