From root: buhangin
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
ibinuhangin
i-bi-nu-HA-ngin
used sand
Present (Incomplete)
ibinubuhangin
i-bi-nu-bu-HA-ngin
using sand
Future (Contemplated)
ibubuhangin
i-bu-bu-HA-ngin
will use sand
Usage Note
Ibuhangin is used when specifying that sand should be the material used for a particular purpose, such as filling a hole or as an abrasive for cleaning. It is a formal or technical term most often encountered in construction or instructional contexts.
Examples
" Ibuhangin natin ang butas. "
Natural Translation
Let's use sand on the hole.
Literal Translation
Use-sand we the hole.
" Gusto niyang ibuhangin ang daan. "
Natural Translation
He wants to use sand on the path.
Literal Translation
Want he use-sand the path.
" Iminungkahi ng inhinyero na ibuhangin ang sahig dahil mas matibay ito kaysa sa malambot na lupa. "
Natural Translation
The engineer suggested using sand for the base because it is sturdier than soft soil.
Literal Translation
Suggested the engineer that use-sand the floor because more sturdy it than soft soil.
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