Tunggain (en. To sharpen)

/tuŋˈɡɪn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of sharpening something, often used with tools.
We need to sharpen the knife before we start cutting.
Kailangan nating tunggains ang patalim bago natin simulan ang pagputol.
Overseeing the process of enhancing the quality of tools.
Sharpen your tools to make your work more effective.
Tunggaan mo ang mga gamit upang mas maging epektibo ang iyong trabaho.
Emphasizing the importance of preparation and care of tools.
The sharpening of tools is part of our work.
Ang tunggain ng mga kagamitan ay isang bahagi ng ating trabaho.

Etymology

A verb that refers to the act of sharpening or honing an object to prepare it for use.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sharpen the edge
Prepare the tools.
tunggain ang alat

Related Words

knife
An object used for cutting.
patalim

Slang Meanings

Wasting time
We've been just hung up on the road, and we're still not on our way.
Sobra na ang tunggain namin sa kalsada, wala pa rin kami sa biyahe.
Waiting
Why are you taking so long hanging out here? Hurry up!
Bakit ang tagal mo sa tunggain dito? Bilis-bilisan mo na!