Manalaba (en. Wash)

/ma.na.la.ba/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb form that expresses the act of washing.
We need to wash the clothes before the wedding.
Kailangan natin manalaba ng mga damit bago ang kasal.
A verb that indicates the type of action involved in washing.
He often washes in the rivers.
Madalas siyang manalaba sa mga ilog.
The act of performing the action of washing.
Washing is part of the regular chores at home.
Ang manalaba ay bahagi ng regular na gawain sa bahay.

Etymology

root word 'laba' meaning 'to wash' combined with the prefix 'mana-' indicating an action or process.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wash every Sunday
A common task done on Sundays.
manalaba tuwing Linggo

Related Words

wash
The root word meaning 'to wash'.
laba
washing
The process or activity of washing.
paglaba

Slang Meanings

to be happy
Just enjoy, you've been through a lot.
Manalaba ka naman, dami nang pinagdaraanan.
to have fun
Come on, let's have fun at the party later!
Sige, manalaba na tayo sa party mamaya!
to chill
You should relax, stress doesn't suit you.
Dapat manalaba ka, hindi bagay sayo ang stress.