Paghahawan (en. Clearing)

/pɐɡɐhɐwɐn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of removing obstacles or arranging something to make it more spacious or easier to use.
Clearing the weeds in the garden is necessary for the flowers to grow.
Ang paghahawan ng mga damo sa hardin ay kinakailangan upang lumago ang mga bulaklak.
Clearing of an area for more space.
Clearing in the forest is required for the new project.
Kailangan ang paghahawan sa gubat para sa bagong proyekto.

Common Phrases and Expressions

clearing of obstacles
Removing barriers or obstacles in a task.
paghahawan ng mga hadlang

Related Words

hawan
The root word referring to the act of removing or expanding space.
hawan
linis
The process of removing dirt or clutter in an area.
linis

Slang Meanings

clearing the way
Let's clear the kids off the road before we leave.
Paghahawan muna tayo ng mga bata sa kalsada bago tayo umalis.
removing obstacles
Clearing the trees around to set up the tent.
Paghahawan ng mga puno sa paligid para makapag-set up ng tent.
sharpening the mind or skill
It's like clearing your mind, you really need to focus.
Parang paghahawan ng isipan 'yan, kailangan talagang mag-focus.