Piyaisin (en. To be soft)

pi-ya-isin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action describing the action of a person or thing.
Fruits become soft in the heat of the sun.
Ang mga prutas ay piyaisin sa init ng araw.
Shows vulnerability or fragility.
In caring for flowers, it should not be left to become soft.
Sa pag-aalaga ng bulaklak, dapat na hindi ito piyaisin.
Means not strong or easily broken.
The old wood is soft and easily broken.
Ang lumang kahoy ay piyaisin na at madaling mabali.

Etymology

derived from the word 'piyasa' meaning 'soft' or 'heavy'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to soften the heart
To become sensitive or fragile in feelings.
piyaisin ang puso

Related Words

piyasa
A term that describes the quality of being soft.
piyasa

Slang Meanings

to be lazy or overly relaxed
He's being lazy again, just resting all day.
Piyas na naman siya, wala nang ginawa kundi magpahinga.
to chill out or do nothing
I hope we can just chill out this weekend.
Sana piyasin na lang natin ang weekend na ito.
wanting to avoid responsibilities or work
What are you being so lazy about? You have a deadline!
Ano bang ipinagpapa-piyasin mo, may deadline ka na!