Paluin (en. To hammer)

/paˈlu.in/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of hitting an object using a solid object.
He hammered the nail using a hammer.
Pinaluin niya ang pako gamit ang martilyo.
The act of striking to join two or more parts together.
He needs to hammer the wood to join the pieces.
Kailangan niyang paluin ang kahoy upang magkaisa ang mga bahagi.
Creating a sound by dropping or striking.
The drum was hammered to create a rhythm.
Ang tambol ay pinaluin upang lumikha ng ritmo.

Etymology

Root word: 'palu' meaning 'to chop' or 'to hit'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Hit me
Expressing a desire for attention or affection.
Paluin mo ako

Related Words

hitting place
A place or occasion where hitting occurs.
paluan
hammer
A tool used for striking.
martilyo

Slang Meanings

forced
Just do it, even if you don't want to.
Paluin mo na 'yan, kahit na ayaw mo.
sometimes favors
The guy is preferred over the girl in their relationship.
Paluin sa blado ang lalaki sa babae kumpara sa babae sa lalaki sa kanilang relationship.
getting extra attention
She is often favored in her usual things.
Siya iyong paluin sa kanyang mga karaniwang bagay.
pushed
The other day, I was forced to attend an event I didn't like.
Nung isang araw, paluin akong umattend ng event na di ko gusto.