Pagsasabon (en. Soaping)

/paɡ.sa'sa.bon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of raising liquid soap or applying soap to an object.
Soaping the dishes is important to keep the kitchen clean.
Ang pagsasabon ng mga pinggan ay mahalaga upang mapanatiling malinis ang kusina.
An activity used to clean the body or items.
Clothes need soaping before placing them in the washing machine.
Kailangan ng pagsasabon ng mga damit bago ito ilagay sa makina.

Etymology

combination of 'pagsasa' and 'sabón'

Common Phrases and Expressions

hand soaping
The process of cleaning hands using soap.
pagsasabon ng kamay

Related Words

soap
A liquid soap used for cleaning.
sabón
washing
The activity of removing dirt or chemicals using water and soap.
paghuhugas

Slang Meanings

to clean or maintain cleanliness (literal cleaning using soap)
Washing your hands before eating is a must!
Pagsasabon ng mga kamay bago kumain, kailangan 'yan!
to have a bubbly or fun time, as if being non-stop (figurative use)
We were having a bubbly time while bonding at the beach.
Nagsasabon kami sa saya habang nagbe-bonding sa beach.