Dumaplas (en. To transform)

/duˈmaplɑs/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The drawing or creation of a form that has a specific shape.
The artist transformed a beautiful design for his project.
Ang artist ay dumaplas ng magandang disenyo para sa kanyang proyekto.
The process of changing from one state to another.
His perspective on life transformed after that experience.
Dumaplas ang kanyang pananaw sa buhay matapos ang karanasang iyon.
Arrangement or adding elements to something.
He transformed a new idea into their discussion.
Dumaplas siya ng bagong ideya sa kanilang talakayan.

Etymology

originating from the root word 'plaza' which means 'arrangement' or 'representation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

transform a work of art
creation of an artwork or project.
dumaplas ng isang obra
transform an idea
offering a fresh idea in a discussion.
dumaplas ng ideya

Related Words

plaza
A public space where people often gather.
plasa
life
The state of being alive; the total experience of a person.
buhay

Slang Meanings

A prompt to join in for fun or enjoyment.
Come with us to the party, don't be a wallflower!
Sama ka na sa amin sa party, 'wag kang dumaplas diyan!
Just hanging out with friends without talking much.
I'm just here, I'll just chill with you guys.
Nandito lang ako, dumaplas na lang ako sa inyo.