Paghuhugas (en. Washing)
/pɐɡhuˈhɐɡas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An action that denotes cleaning objects with water.
Washing hands is important for health.
Ang paghuhugas ng kamay ay mahalaga para sa kalusugan.
The process of cleaning clothes or other items using water and soap.
Washing clothes is a common task at home.
Ang paghuhugas ng damit ay isang pangkaraniwang gawain sa bahay.
Sometimes refers to washing the body or body parts.
Washing your face in the morning is important.
Mahalaga ang paghuhugas ng mukha sa umaga.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'hugás' meaning to clean or remove dirt with water.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hand washing
Cleaning hands with water and soap.
paghuhugas ng kamay
Related Words
wash
The root word from 'paghuhugas' meaning 'to clean' or 'to remove dirt'.
hugás
Slang Meanings
Cleaning of the utensils used for eating.
Okay, I'll wash the dishes after we eat.
Sige, paghuhugas na ako ng mga plato matapos nating kumain.
Cleaning of the body, like taking a shower.
Because of the heat, I washed my body to refresh myself.
Dahil sa init, nag-paghuhugas ako ng katawan para mag-refresh.
An activity that is boring.
Washing the dishes is really boring!
Ang paghuhugas ng mga plato ay boring talaga!