Padilawin (en. To make yellow)

/padiˈlawin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that means to make something yellow.
We need to make the wall yellow before the party.
Kailangan nating padilawin ang pader bago ang party.
The process of changing the color of something to yellow.
Use paint to make the wood yellow.
Gamitin mo ang pintura upang padilawin ang kahoy.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'dilaw' with the prefix 'pa-', meaning 'to make yellow'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

make something yellow
to turn something yellow
padilawin ang isang bagay

Related Words

yellow
The color similar to that of the sun.
dilaw
paint
A liquid used to color surfaces.
pintura

Slang Meanings

Be careful or pay attention.
Pay attention to the discussions at work, you might be missing something.
Padilawin mo yung mga usapan sa trabaho, baka may hindi ka alam.
To be thorough or cautious.
Be thorough with the details before making a decision.
Padilawin mo muna yung mga detalye bago ka magdesisyon.