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    Pagnguya (en. Chewing)

    pag-ngú-ya

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The process of crushing or breaking down food with the teeth.
    Chewing food is important for easier digestion.
    Ang pagnguya ng pagkain ay mahalaga upang mas madali itong matunaw.
    A step in the digestion process.
    Chewing is necessary for nutrients from food to be digested.
    Kinakailangan ang pagnguya upang mas matutunaw ang mga nutrisyon mula sa pagkain.
    The action of chewing food or anything.
    Chewing should be done correctly to maintain dental health.
    Ang pagnguya ay dapat gawin ng maayos upang mapanatili ang kalusugan ng ngipin.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'nguya' meaning 'the act of chewing'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    soft chewing
    Gentle chewing of food.
    mahinang pagnguya
    fast chewing
    Quick process of chewing food.
    mabilis na pagnguya

    Related Words

    to chew
    The act of chewing or breaking down food with the teeth.
    nguyain
    tooth
    Parts of the mouth used for chewing food.
    ngipin

    Slang Meanings

    Breaking down food with teeth
    The burger is so delicious, I really enjoy chewing it!
    Sobrang sarap ng burger, abot na abot ang pagnguya ko!
    Absorbing information or experience thoroughly
    You should really digest your notes so you can retain it better.
    Dapat pagnguya-guhit ang mga notes mo para mas madali mong ma-retain.
    The way of thinking about things
    You need to chew on the answer before giving your opinion.
    Kailangan mong pagnguya ng sagot bago magbigay ng opinyon mo.