Cutting in Tagalog

“Cutting” in Tagalog is commonly translated as “Pagputol” or “Paggupit” depending on the context. The word can refer to the act of slicing, trimming, or severing something. Discover the various meanings and applications of this versatile term in Filipino language below.

[Words] = Cutting

[Definition]:

• Cutting /ˈkʌtɪŋ/
• Noun 1: The action of cutting something.
• Noun 2: A piece cut off from something, especially a plant for propagation.
• Adjective 1: Capable of cutting something; sharp.
• Adjective 2: Hurtful or unkind in what is said or done.

[Synonyms] = Pagputol, Paggupit, Paghiwa, Pagputol-putol, Pagtataga, Pag-ibayo, Pag-utod.

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The cutting of the ribbon marked the official opening of the new building.
• Ex1_PH: Ang pagputol ng laso ay minarkahan ang opisyal na pagbubukas ng bagong gusali.
• Ex2_EN: She is cutting vegetables for tonight’s dinner.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay naghihiwa ng gulay para sa hapunan ngayong gabi.
• Ex3_EN: His cutting remarks hurt her feelings deeply.
• Ex3_PH: Ang kanyang masakit na mga puna ay lubhang nakasakit sa kanyang damdamin.
• Ex4_EN: The gardener took a cutting from the rose bush to grow a new plant.
• Ex4_PH: Ang hardinero ay kumuha ng putol mula sa puno ng rosas upang magtanim ng bagong halaman.
• Ex5_EN: The tailor is cutting the fabric according to the pattern.
• Ex5_PH: Ang sastre ay gumugupit ng tela ayon sa pattern.