Urasan (en. To sharpen)

/uˈrasan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of making or bringing a blade to an object.
The sharpening of the knife is important for efficient cutting.
Ang urasan ng kutsilyo ay mahalaga para sa mahusay na pagputol.
verb
The act of cutting or sharpening using a tool.
Tools must be sharpened before use.
Dapat urasan ang mga alat bago gamitin.

Etymology

The term 'urasan' originates from Hiligaynon meaning 'to cut or to become sharp' and is used in other contexts in Tagalog.

Common Phrases and Expressions

sharpening of the blade
the process of sharpening any sharp object
urasan ng talim

Related Words

adjective
Indicates the state of being sharp or effective in something.
pang-uri

Slang Meanings

Full of heat or anger
Mark is so urasan that he got mad at everyone.
Sobrang urasan na si Mark kaya't nagalit na siya sa lahat.
Hype or excitement
The urasan of this concert is unmatched!
Ang urasan ng concert na ito ay walang katulad!
Everyone getting together
The urasan of people at the party is really fun.
Ang urasan ng mga tao sa party ay talagang nakakatuwa.