Patamlayin (en. To make something decrease)

/pataˈmlajin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb that describes the action of causing something to weaken or decrease.

We need to tone down the sound of this machine so it won't be a disturbance.

Kailangan nating patamlayin ang tunog ng makinang ito para hindi ito maging istorbo.

The act of lowering the level of something.

We should dim the lights in the room while the kids are sleeping.

Dapat natin patamlayin ang ilaw sa silid habang natutulog ang mga bata.

tone down the voice

Lower the strength of the voice.

patamlayin ang boses

diminution

A slight reduction in the ability or strength of something.

patamlay

Rest or lower the body or mind

Come on, just chill your brain, you need to rest now.

Sige na, patamlayin mo na 'yung utak mo, magpahinga ka na.

To relax or not take things seriously

Don't be too tense, just take it easy, chill out.

Wag ka masyadong tense, patamlayin mo lang 'yan, chill lang.

Avoid stressful situations

We should take a breather before making decisions.

Dapat patamlayin muna natin 'to bago tayo magdesisyon.