Pakabutihin (en. To improve)
pah-kah-boo-teehn
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that indicates the improvement of something or a condition.
I want to improve my speaking skills.
Nais kong pakabutihin ang aking kakayahan sa pagsasalita.
Providing an opportunity for a situation to become better or more effective.
Improving work processes is important.
Mahalaga ang pakabutihin ang mga proseso sa trabaho.
Taking steps to improve a condition or outcome.
We should improve our plan before the meeting.
Dapat nating pakabutihin ang ating plano bago ang pagpupulong.
Etymology
From the root word 'buti' with the prefix 'paka' as an adjectival affix.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Improve oneself
Striving to become better or more proficient in aspects of life.
Pakabutihin ang sarili
Improve the service
Enhancing the quality of service provided.
Pakabutihin ang serbisyo
Related Words
improvement
This word refers to the condition of uplift or improvement.
pabuti
goodness
A word relating to beauty or goodness.
buti
Slang Meanings
should become better or prettier
Just improve your appearance for the audition!
Pakabutihin mo na lang ang porma mo para sa audition!
to show off or become famous
You should step up your vlog game to get recognized!
Dapat mong pakabutihin ang vlog mo para makilala ka!
to make something cool or trendy
You should update your outfit; it would look better if it's trendy!
Pakabutihin mo yung outfit mo, mas bagay kung trendy!