Padakilain (en. To glorify)

/pədakɪˈlaɪn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Make someone or something known and respected.
His works will be glorified by people all over the country.
Ang kanyang mga gawa ay padakilain ng mga tao sa buong bansa.
To give high regard to a person or idea.
The teacher aims to glorify Filipino heroes.
Nais ng guro na padakilain ang mga bayaning Pilipino.
To elevate the status or name of a person or thing.
His contributions will be glorified by his peers.
Ang kanyang ambag ay padakilain ng mga kasamahan niya.

Etymology

from the root word 'dakila'

Common Phrases and Expressions

introduced to the public
To have been introduced to the public with respect.
ipinakilala sa madla
honored
To have been honored and glorified.
pinarangalan

Related Words

noble/great
A word that means of high caliber or value.
dakila
honor
The recognition and respect given to a person or thing.
karangalan

Slang Meanings

To amplify one's voice or presence
Wow, you really made a strong impression, you should padakilain that!
Aba, ang lakas ng dating mo, padakilain mo na yan!
To rise or elevate one's social status
He doesn't want to go back to how things were, he wants to padakilain in the world.
Ayaw na niyang bumalik sa dati, gusto na niyang padakilain sa mundo.
To become more noticeable or the center of attention
If you don’t padakilain yourself, no one will know how good you are!
Kung hindi ka padakilain, walang makakaalam ng galing mo!