Pakiputin (en. Whiten)
/pakiˈputin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A word describing the action of whitening.
Whiten these clothes before putting them in the cabinet.
Pakiputin ang mga damit na ito bago ipasok sa cabinet.
Used to express the desire to make something white.
Whiten your teeth for a prettier smile.
Pakiputin ang iyong mga ngipin para mas maganda ang ngiti mo.
Etymology
Originating from the root word 'puti' meaning 'white' or 'to whiten'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
whiten the fabric
Request for the whitening of fabric.
pakiputin ang tela
whiten the detergent
Request for the whitening of detergent.
pakiputin ang sabong panggamit
Related Words
white
A color synonymous with cleanliness and brightness.
puti
whitening
The process of making something white.
pagpaputi
Slang Meanings
to become happier
Come on, make me happy with some good news!
Sige na, pakiputin mo ako sa isang masayang balita!
to add more joy
It's so fun, add more jokes!
Ang saya nga, pakiputin mo pa ng jokes!
to have fun
Why don't we go have fun at the party later?
Bakit hindi tayo magpakiputin sa party mamaya?