Dapitin (en. Approach)

/daˈpitiŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Expresses the action of approaching a person or thing.
He approached his friend to ask a question.
Dumapit siya sa kanyang kaibigan upang magtanong.
Can also mean arrival or ascent.
The time for his arrival has approached.
Dumapit na ang oras ng kanyang pagdating.
A way to express the sentence in a closer context.
His joining with others brings about a closer relationship.
Ang kanyang pagsasama sa iba ay nagdudulot ng mas malapit na relasyon.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'dapit' which means 'to approach' or 'to get close'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Come here.
Approach here.
Dumapit ka rito.
Come close to me.
Approach me.
Dumapit sa akin.

Related Words

approach
The process of becoming closer or inviting entrance to another's personal space.
lapit
interaction
Connecting with others on a physical or emotional level.
pakikipag-ugnayan

Slang Meanings

Come close to me!
I'm so happy when you come close to me, even for just a moment.
Ang saya saya ko kapag dapitin mo na ako, kahit sandali lang.
You're really clingy!
She doesn't even want to talk, and you're being so clingy.
Ayaw na nga niya makipag-usap, ang dami mo pang dapit.
Grab the joy!
The joy in our group is overflowing, it's all laughter!
Dapitie ang saya sa ating grupo, puro tawanan!