Alipip (en. Joy)

/ˈalipip/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term used to describe intense joy or happiness.
Her smile was full of joy that brought happiness to everyone.
Ang kanyang ngiti ay puno ng alipip na nagbigay saya sa lahat.
A feeling that describes a high level of enjoyment.
With every success, I feel a joy that cannot be matched.
Sa bawat tagumpay, nararamdaman ko ang alipip na hindi matutumbasan.

Etymology

From the root word 'pip,' referring to a joyful feeling.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Reached joy
Achieved a state of great happiness.
Nakarating sa alipip

Related Words

slave
A person under the power of another, often used in the context of captivity or servitude, which is the opposite of joy that describes happiness.
alipin

Slang Meanings

very much in love
Wow, I'm so in love with her! I'd do anything for her!
Grabe, alipip ko siya! Lahat gagawin ko para sa kanya!
extremely fond
I'm really into the new song of ______!
Alipip na alipip talaga ako sa bagong kanta ni ______!
show-off or star of the show
She acts like a star in my life!
Alipip ang dating niya, parang siya na ang bida sa buhay ko!