Paghubli (en. Molding)

pah-hoob-lee

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of creating a shape or design from a material.
The molding of clay is an art that requires skill.
Ang paghuhubli ng luad ay isang sining na nangangailangan ng kasanayan.
The activity of giving shape to something.
Molding is the term for the activity of creating sculptures.
Paghuhubli ang tawag sa aktibidad ng pagtatayo ng mga eskultura.
Refers to the art of creating body forms, such as in wood or metal.
Molding is important in the furniture manufacturing industry.
Mahalaga ang paghuhubli sa industriya ng paggawa ng muwebles.

Etymology

From the root word 'hubog' which means 'shape' or 'design'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

molding clay
The process of creating various shapes from clay.
paghubli ng clay
molding wood
The shaping of wood to create furniture or other items.
paghubli ng kahoy

Related Words

shape
The state of having a specific form or shape.
hubog
design
The activity of planning and creating something.
disenyo

Slang Meanings

To shape or form the body.
It seems like you look great shaping up at the gym, you're so sexy now!
Parang ang ganda ng paghuhubli mo sa gym, ang sexy mo na!
Taking care or giving attention to oneself or others.
We really need to shape up by getting rid of the negative vibes in our lives.
Dapat talaga tayong magpaghubli sa mga nega vibes sa buhay natin.
Cultivating talent or skills.
You really need to shape up your singing talent so you can stand out.
Kailangan mo talagang magpaghubli sa talento mo sa pagkanta, para umangat ka.