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    Pumagaypay (en. To fan)

    /pumɐgɐjpɐy/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of raising air using an object.
    He fanned the leaves to entertain the child.
    Pumagaypay siya ng dahon upang maaliw ang bata.
    The movement of objects to disperse heat or to provide airflow.
    He needs to fan the fire so it won't get too strong.
    Kailangan niyang pumagaypay ng apoy upang huwag itong maging matindi.
    The act of making something lighter by the action of air.
    He is fanning himself in the heat of the sun.
    Nagpapagaypay siya ng kanyang sarili sa init ng araw.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to fan the fire
    To ensure the fire continues without being obstructed by dirt or impediments.
    pumagaypay ng apoy

    Related Words

    fan
    An object used to fan.
    pamaypay
    sour soup
    A dish that may require air to manage its heat.
    sinigang

    Slang Meanings

    To call attention or to capture attention.
    Get my attention already, I'm busy with my homework!
    Pumagaypay ka na, busy ako dito sa homework ko!
    To be noisy or enjoying oneself.
    Just let loose at the party, it's a blast!
    Pumagaypay ka lang sa party, ang saya-saya!
    To act cool or show off.
    Show off over there, they might like you.
    Pumagaypay ka dun sa harap, baka magustuhan ka nila.