Healthcare in Tagalog

“Heal” in Tagalog translates to “Gumaling” (to recover), “Pagalingin” (to make well), or “Maghilom” (for wounds). The translation varies based on context—whether referring to physical recovery, emotional healing, or wound closure. Understanding these nuances helps convey the appropriate meaning in Filipino conversations.

Discover the complete meanings, synonyms, and practical examples below.

[Words] = Heal

[Definition]:

• Heal /hiːl/
• Verb 1: To make or become healthy again after an illness or injury.
• Verb 2: To cause a wound or injury to close and repair naturally.
• Verb 3: To alleviate emotional pain or distress; to restore mental or spiritual well-being.

[Synonyms] = Gumaling, Pagalingin, Maghilom, Maghusay, Lunas, Paggaling, Hilom, Gampanan

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The doctor said it would take several weeks for the broken bone to heal completely.

Ex1_PH: Sinabi ng doktor na aabutin ng ilang linggo bago ganap na gumaling ang baling buto.

Ex2_EN: Time and patience can heal even the deepest emotional wounds.

Ex2_PH: Ang oras at pasensya ay maaaring magpagaling kahit sa pinakamalalim na sugat sa damdamin.

Ex3_EN: The cut on my finger is starting to heal nicely after I applied the antibiotic ointment.

Ex3_PH: Ang hiwa sa aking daliri ay nagsisimulang maghilom nang maayos matapos kong lagyan ng antibiotic na pamahid.

Ex4_EN: Prayer and meditation help heal the spirit during difficult times.

Ex4_PH: Ang panalangin at pagmumuni-muni ay tumutulong pagalingin ang espiritu sa mahihirap na panahon.

Ex5_EN: The community came together to heal after the devastating typhoon.

Ex5_PH: Ang komunidad ay nagsama-sama upang gumaling matapos ang nakasira ng bagyo.