Plahiyuhin (en. To breed)

pla-hi-yu-hin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of propagating or producing new breeds or types from parents.
You should breed these flowers to get a better variety.
Plahiyuhin mo ang mga bulaklak na ito upang makakuha ng mas magandang klase.
The process of raising animals or plants to improve their health and characteristics.
Breeding of livestock is strictly implemented on this farm.
Mahigpit na ipinapatupad ang plahiyuhin ng mga livestock sa farm na ito.

Etymology

derived from the word 'plahi' meaning type or breed, and '-huin' indicating action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

breed different types
The act of creating various classes from a single type.
plahiyuhin ang mga uri

Related Words

breed
A type or lineage of a thing or being.
plahi
agriculture
The process of planting and cultivating crops.
pagsasaka

Slang Meanings

Lazy or does not want to get involved.
Just ignore that, it's up to him to handle his life.
Plahiyuhin na lang yan, bahala na siya sa buhay niya.
Inaction in a situation.
She begged me but I still ignored her.
Nagmakaawa siya pero plahiyuhin pa rin ako.
Talk that doesn't change or take action.
Our discussions are always just ignored, it's pointless.
Palagi na lang plahiyuhin ang usapan natin, walang saysay.