Apihin (en. Oppress)

ah-pee-hin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

Shows the action of affecting others with unjust behavior.

Even though he is young, he is always oppressed by his classmates.

Kahit na siya ay bata pa, palagi siyang inaapi ng kanyang mga kaklase.

Behavior that causes fear or pain to others.

Violence in society causes people to feel oppressed.

Ang karahasan sa lipunan ay nagiging sanhi ng mga tao na api.

The act of dictating people using force or threats.

It is not right to oppress anyone under the structure of society.

Hindi tama ang apiin ang sinumang tao sa ilalim ng konstruktura ng lipunan.

from the root word 'api' meaning 'to oppress' or 'to torment'

oppressed people

individuals associated with being bullied or mistreated by others

api ng mga tao

don't be oppressed

be strong and don't let others make you suffer

huwag maging api

oppressed

A term used to describe individuals who are victims of unjust behavior.

api

Lacking respect; worthless.

It's like he's just being pushed around in class, no one listens to him.

Parang apihin lang siya sa klase, walang nakikinig sa kanya.

You need to stand firm in the face of challenges.

Even if you get pushed around, don’t give up in the fight.

Kahit apihin ka, huwag kang susuko sa laban.