Pagsisipilyo (en. Tooth brushing)
/pag-si-si-pi-lyo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of cleaning teeth using a toothbrush.
Brushing is important for the health of teeth and gums.
Mahalaga ang pagsisipilyo para sa kalusugan ng ngipin at gilagid.
A common activity in daily life.
Brushing should be included in our morning routine.
Dapat isama ang pagsisipilyo sa ating rutinitas sa umaga.
A way of caring for the teeth.
Proper and regular brushing helps prevent tooth decay.
Ang tama at regular na pagsisipilyo ay nakatutulong upang maiwasan ang pagkasira ng ngipin.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'sipilyo' meaning 'toothbrush' and 'pagsisipi' meaning 'to brush'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
tooth brushing before sleeping
Diligently brushing teeth before sleeping to maintain clean teeth.
pagsisipilyo bago matulog
don't forget to brush
A reminder not to forget to clean teeth.
huwag kalimutan ang pagsisipilyo
Related Words
toothbrush
The tool used for brushing.
sipilyo
toothpaste
The product used alongside the toothbrush for better cleaning.
pasta ng ngipin
Slang Meanings
to brush your teeth
I need to brush my teeth before sleeping.
Kailangan ko nang magsisipilyo bago matulog.
to clean your teeth
Why haven't you brushed your teeth yet? Clean your teeth already!
Bakit hindi ka pa nagsisipilyo? Linisin mo na yang ngipin mo!
to freshen up
That's fine, as long as you brush your teeth and freshen up.
Ayos lang yan, basta nagsisipilyo ka at nagpa-bango.