Pagpapalamuti (en. Decoration)

pag-papa-la-mu-ti

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of adding decorations or ornaments to something.
The decoration of the home is important in creating a pleasant environment.
Ang pagpapalamuti ng tahanan ay mahalaga sa paglikha ng isang kaaya-ayang kapaligiran.
A form of art focused on making things more visually appealing.
Decoration is any form of art that beautifies a space.
Ang pagpapalamuti ay anumang uri ng sining na nagpapaganda sa isang espasyo.
Actions or steps to beautify something or a place.
Decoration must be performed before the birthday celebration.
Kailangang isagawa ang pagpapalamuti bago ang pagdiriwang ng kaarawan.

Etymology

The word 'pagpapalamuti' comes from 'palamuti', meaning 'decorations' or 'ornaments', and the prefix 'pag-' indicating a process.

Common Phrases and Expressions

home decoration
The process of adding decorations inside the house.
pagpapalamuti ng tahanan
furniture decoration
The process of adding decorations to furniture.
pagpapalamuti ng kasangkapan

Related Words

home decor
Decorations used inside and outside the house.
palamuting bahay
decorative artist
An artist or master specialized in the art of decoration.
sinning obra

Slang Meanings

Transformation or enhancement of something to make it look nicer.
I want to do some decorating in my room with colorful lights.
Gusto kong gumawa ng pagpapalamuti sa kuwarto ko sa pamamagitan ng mga makukulay na ilaw.
Decorations or embellishments used to enhance a place.
I bought a lot of decorations for my friend's wedding.
Bumili ako ng maraming pagpapalamuti para sa kasal ng kaibigan ko.
Arranging things to grab people's attention.
Their decoration for Anna's surprise was so beautiful, it was truly captivating!
Sobrang ganda ng pagpapalamuti nila sa sorpresa ni Anna, talagang nakakabighani!