Magpaputi (en. To whiten)

/maɡ.paˈpu.ti/

Synonyms

  • magsaputi

Slang Meanings

To become fairer (often regarding skin tone)
Maya said that if she gets whiter, she will look more beautiful.
Sabi ni Maya, pag nag-magpaputi siya, mas magiging maganda ang dating niya.
To use whitening products
She started using whitening products because she wants to become fairer.
Nagsimula na siya magpawhitening kasi gusto niyang mag-magpaputi.
Milk-colored (often used humorously or casually to describe someone very fair)
Anna's complexion is beautiful, it's like milk-colored, they really will become fair!
Ang ganda ng kutis ni Anna, parang kulay gatas, talagang magpaputi sila!