Dinadapulak (en. Holding tightly)

/dina'dapulak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The process of having a tight grip or holding onto something.
The child is holding tightly to his toy so it won't fall.
Dinadapulak ng bata ang laruan niya upang hindi ito mahulog.
The act of not letting go of a hold or condition.
He holds onto his dreams tightly even though he's struggling.
Dinadapulak niya ang kanyang mga pangarap kahit nahihirapan siya.

Common Phrases and Expressions

holding onto dreams
Embracing and not neglecting life goals.
dinadapulak ang mga pangarap

Related Words

hold
A word referring to the action of gripping or carrying something.
hawak
grip
Refers to having a strong connection or bond with something.
kapit

Slang Meanings

I'm so tired or worn out (referring to being drained of energy)
I have so much work now, I'm totally drained!
Ang dami ng trabaho ngayon, dinadapulak na ako!
I'm really stressed or feeling down
With all these problems, I'm really stressed out.
Sa dami ng problema, dinadapulak na ako sa stress.