Hapakin (en. Carry)

ha-pa-kin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform the action of pulling or carrying an object or person.
Pull that bag inside the house.
Hapakin mo ang bag na iyon papunta sa loob ng bahay.
To express the action of bringing an object from one place to another.
Carry the things back before the car pulls out.
Hapakin ang mga gamit bago umatras ng sasakyan.
To perform an action related to pulling or emphasizing.
Pull the belt to make the dress fit better.
Hapakin ang sinturon upang mas tumayo ang damit.

Etymology

from the root word 'hapa' meaning 'to pull' or 'to follow'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

just do it
You should do this or start the action.
hapakin mo na

Related Words

pull
The act of lifting or pulling.
hila
lift
The action of bringing by pulling.
buhatin

Slang Meanings

in LGBTQ+ slang, refers to a sudden sexual encounter
Just one hit, and they were already flirting!
Isang hapak lang, naglambingan na sila!
a sudden hit or slap on something
Hit! I almost fell off the stairs.
Hampas! Muntik na akong mahulog sa hagdang-buhat.
to do something quickly
Why are you so slow? Hurry up with that!
Bakit ang bagal mo? Hapakan mo na 'yan!