Patibukin (en. Dilute)

pati-bu-kin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A term for the process of loosening something, often by adding water or another liquid.
We need to dilute the soup so it's not too thick.
Kailangan nating patibukin ang sabaw upang hindi ito masyadong malapot.
The act of sending or releasing something in a broader form.
Dilute the ink before using it for writing.
Patibukin mo ang tinta bago gamitin ito sa sulat.

Etymology

derived from the word 'patibo' which means 'loose or not too tight'

Common Phrases and Expressions

dilute the drink
it refers to the process of adding water or liquid to a drink to make it lighter
patibukin ang inumin

Related Words

loose
This word refers to the state or condition of something that is not too tight.
patibo

Slang Meanings

Be honest or speak frankly
Just be honest with what you're saying, don't pretend.
Patibukin mo na lang ang sinasabi mo, wag kang magbalat-kayo.
Don't lie
Just come clean, I know you like someone else.
Patibukin mo na, alam kong may iba kang gusto.
Be true to yourself
Go back to who you really are, be honest about your feelings.
Bumalik ka sa totoong ikaw, patibukin mo ang nararamdaman mo.