Pahulawin (en. To lighten)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that refers to the act of lightening something.
We need to lighten our worries.
Kailangan nating pahulawin ang ating mga alalahanin.
Providing some help or support to ease the situation.
His words help to lighten my mind.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay nakatutulong upang pahulawin ang aking isip.
The act of providing joy or humor to a person.
He cracked jokes to lighten our conversation.
Nagbigay siya ng mga biro upang pahulawin ang aming usapan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lighten the situation
To provide a solution or help to make a situation easier.
pahulawin ang sitwasyon

Related Words

lightness
The state of being light or not heavy.
pagaang
clarity
The state of being clear or bright, which can be related to removing worries.
kaliwanagan

Slang Meanings

Just relax, take it easy.
Just chill for a bit before we talk seriously.
Pahulawin ka muna, bago tayo mag-usap ng seryoso.
To rest or be lazy.
I have no plans to study today, I just want to relax.
Wala akong balak mag-aral ngayon, gusto ko lang pahulawin.