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    Tumalim (en. To sharpen)

    /tuˈmalim/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of enhancing the sharpness of an object, often through honing.
    You need to sharpen the knife so that it can cut through the meat easily.
    Tumalim ka ng kutsilyo upang hindi ito mahirapan sa pagputol ng karne.
    Becoming sharper or keener of something.
    His mind has sharpened after years of training.
    Tumalim ang kanyang isip matapos ang ilang taon ng pagsasanay.
    The process of increasing sharpness level.
    His ability to solve this problem has sharpened during his training.
    Tumalim ang kanyang kakayahan sa paglutas ng problemang ito sa kanyang pagsasanay.

    Etymology

    The root word 'talim' means 'sharp' or related to cutting.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    his mind has sharpened
    Became more capable of thinking or analyzing.
    tumalim ang isip

    Related Words

    edge
    Refers to the cutting or sharp part of an object.
    talim
    sharpening
    The process of providing sharpness to an object.
    hasa

    Slang Meanings

    my feelings have deepened
    My desire for him has really deepened.
    Tumalim na talaga ang pagnanasa ko sa kanya.
    become sharp or skillful
    Sharpen your answers so they become more convincing.
    Tumalim ka naman sa mga sagot mo para mas maging convincing.
    be steadfast in a situation
    No matter what happens, be steadfast in this fight.
    Kahit anong mangyari, tumalim ka sa laban na ito.