Hanapin
to grind
01
gilingan, durugin
to crush something into small particles by rubbing or pressing it against a hard surface
Transitive: to grind a hard substance
Example
She had to grind the coffee beans before brewing her morning coffee.
The millstone was used to grind wheat into flour in the old-fashioned mill.
In the kitchen, she used a mortar and pestle to grind the spices for the curry.
02
gilingin, kalansingin
to rub together and produce a grating or scraping sound
Intransitive
Example
The gears in the old clock began to grind as they turned, emitting a loud and irregular noise.
The metal gears in the machine began to grind loudly as they turned.
The brakes on the bicycle began to grind, producing a high-pitched squealing noise as he applied pressure.
03
gumikit, gumiling
to use physical force to rotate a handle or crank in order to activate a piece of machinery
Transitive: to grind a handle or crank
Example
She was grinding a millstone to ensure its smooth operation during the grain milling process.
The engineer was grinding a milling machine to adjust its settings for precise machining operations.
He was grinding a drill press to sharpen its drill bits for accurate drilling operations.
04
sumayaw nang masigla, sumasayaw nang umaalon
to dance with rhythmic and repetitive movements that are suggestive in nature
Intransitive
Example
At the club, couples were grinding to the beat of the music, lost in the rhythm and energy of the dance floor.
The dancers moved in sync, grinding against each other with intense passion and sensuality.
As the music grew more intense, the crowd began to grind to the pulsating rhythm, creating an electrifying atmosphere.
05
magsikap, magpursige
to make persistent and intense effort towards a goal
Intransitive: to grind an effort
Example
Despite the challenges, she continued to grind through her medical studies.
She grinds through her piano practice every day, honing her skills in pursuit of musical excellence.
Despite the exhaustion, he grinds through his workout routine, pushing himself to new limits in the gym.
06
gumulong, gilingin
to wear down or shape something through repetitive friction or abrasion
Transitive: to grind sth
Example
The metalworker meticulously ground the metal rod to achieve a smooth and precise finish.
The glassblower used a grinding wheel to grind the edges of the glass vase.
The knife maker ground the blade against a sharpening stone to hone its edge to razor sharpness.
07
mag-aral nang mabuti, magpikit ng mata sa pag-aaral
to study intensively in preparation for an exam
Intransitive
Example
The library was packed with students grinding for their midterms.
She has ground for weeks to master the material.
They will grind late into the night to ensure they're ready.
08
mang-api, mangwasak
to oppress or weaken someone or something, often through harsh or repetitive action
Example
The harsh conditions of the factory grind the workers' spirits.
The government ’s policies have ground the population into poverty.
The constant pressure to perform can grind students' confidence.
09
magsagasa, magtalom
to surfing aggressively, often with a focus on sharp, quick maneuvers or maintaining speed on the wave
Informal
SpecializedExample
He loves to grind the waves, always pushing himself to go faster.
The surfer grinded down the face of the wave, showing off his skills.
Watch how she grinds that wave — her control is impressive!
Grind
01
giling, durog
the act of grinding to a powder or dust
02
pagsisikap, pagod
hard monotonous routine work
03
gilingan, laplay
the grade of particle fineness to which a substance is ground
04
nerd, bobo
an insignificant student who is ridiculed as being affected or boringly studious
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