Paalugin (en. To illuminate or to make something glow)

/pa.a.lu.gin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To do something that provides light.
The lights are illuminated to brighten the room.
Ang mga ilaw ay paalugin upang maging maliwanag ang silid.
To give energy or life to something or a situation.
Illuminate your ideas to capture everyone's attention.
Paaluin mo ang iyong mga ideya para makuha ang atensyon ng lahat.

Etymology

from the root 'alug' meaning 'to shake' or 'to sway'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Illuminate your smile
Show your smile more brightly.
Paalugin mo ang ngiti mo

Related Words

shake
The act of shaking or swaying, implying movement or change.
alug
light
The state or quality of having illumination.
liwanag

Slang Meanings

Release or let something fly away or leave, often referring to dreams or ambitions.
You really need to let your dreams fly, there's no reason to hold back.
Kailangan mo na talagang paalugin ang mga pangarap mo, walang dahilan para pigilin pa.
Give someone the chance to be authentic or show their true self.
You should let him fly so you can know the real him.
Dapat mo siyang paalugin para makilala mo ang totoong siya.
Practice or try a new skill or hobby.
Why don’t you try to let your dancing talent fly?
Bakit di mo subukan na paalugin ang talento mo sa pagsasayaw?