Paghugasan (en. Washing)
pa-gu-ha-san
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of cleaning something with water and soap or any cleanser.
Washing dishes is necessary after eating.
Kailangan ang paghugasan ng mga pinggan pagkatapos kumain.
The act of washing something.
The act of washing hands before eating is very important.
Isang kahalagahan ang paghugasan ng mga kamay bago kumain.
A type of ceremony or ritual related to cleansing.
Washing is performed in a new house.
Isinasagawa ang paghugasan sa bagong bahay.
Etymology
Originating from the root word 'hugás' combined with the prefix 'pag-', relating to the act of washing.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hand washing
The act of cleaning hands, usually in the context of hygiene.
paghugas ng kamay
washing clothes
The act of cleaning clothes.
paghugas ng damit
Related Words
wash
Root word meaning to clean with water.
hugás
soap
An item used for cleaning.
sabon
Slang Meanings
Washing the body, especially clothes or utensils.
Before eating, don't forget to wash your hands.
Bago kumain, huwag kalimutang magpaghugas ng kamay.
Cleaning off the traces of life's activities, possibly metaphorical.
I need to wash away the worries from the past.
Kailangan kong magpaghugas ng mga alalahanin mula sa nakaraan.
Washing as a symbol of a new beginning or change.
Aside from washing, I also need to change my lifestyle.
Bukod sa paghuhugas, kailangan ko na ring magbago ng lifestyle.