Salain (en. Select)
/səˈlʌɪn/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The verb 'salain' means to choose or decide from a group.
We need to select potential candidates for the position.
Kailangan nating salain ang mga posibleng kandidato para sa posisyon.
The verb can also refer to the process of removing unnecessary items from something.
Filter out the unimportant items from the list before submitting it.
Salain mo ang mga hindi importante sa listahan bago ito isumite.
It may be used in situations where there are options to choose from.
Select the suggestions given by the people.
Salain ang mga suhestiyon na ibinigay ng mga tao.
Etymology
From the word 'salai' meaning to search or choose.
Common Phrases and Expressions
filter ideas
Choose the best idea from suggestions.
salain ang mga ideya
select books
Choose books from a collection.
salain ang mga libro
Related Words
filtering place
The place or equipment where filtering is done.
salainan
filter
The verb form that means to perform the action of filtering.
salainin
Slang Meanings
Remove or take out
Filter out the unnecessary stuff in your bag first.
Salain mo muna yung mga hindi kailangan na gamit sa bag mo.
Sorting of items
Separate the fish to see which ones are fresh.
Salain mo yung mga isda, para malaman mo kung ano yung fresh.
To reject or not accept
Filter out those plans, they're not good anyway.
Salain mo yung mga balak na yun, di naman maganda.
Choosing or filtering options
Filter your options before you decide.
Salain mo yung mga options mo bago ka magdesisyon.