Umagahas (en. To wash one's hands)

u-ma-ga-has

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action referring to washing, often related to the hands.
Wash your hands before eating for hygiene.
Umagahas ka bago kumain para sa kalinisan.
The act of cleaning the hands using water and soap.
I washed my hands after work.
Aking umagahas ang aking mga kamay matapos ang trabaho.
The process of removing dirt or germs from the hands.
Washing hands is important for health.
Mahalaga ang umagahas para sa kalusugan.

Etymology

It originates from the root word 'gahas' meaning the act of washing something.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't forget to wash your hands
A reminder to wash your hands.
Huwag kalimutang umagahas

Related Words

milk
A liquid used as a component in washing or cleaning.
gatas
soap
A product commonly used for washing.
sabong

Slang Meanings

Interrupted or interfered with people, but in a fun or amusing way.
He interrupted his friends earlier while they were playing.
Umagahas siya kanina sa mga kaibigan niya habang naglalaro sila.
Became friendly or close with a group.
Even though he was new, he already became friendly with the gang.
Kahit bago pa lang siya, umagahas na siya sa barkada.
Got involved in a situation or conversation, often unexpectedly.
I got involved in the conversation about the vacation plans.
Umagahas ako sa usapan tungkol sa mga plano ng bakasyon.