Hapitin (en. Come closer)
/hɑˈpɪtin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
Perform an action that is close or to approach.
Come closer to the book on the table to get it.
Hapitin mo ang libro sa mesa upang makuha ito.
To become close to a person or thing.
Come closer to him to talk.
Hapitin mo siya para kumusap.
Etymology
From the root 'hapit' meaning 'close' or 'near,' with the addition of 'in' indicating an action or condition.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Come closer to your dreams.
Approach and realize your dreams.
Hapitin mo ang iyong pangarap.
Related Words
hapit
A word referring to being near or coming together.
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Indicates the action of coming close in distance.
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Slang Meanings
To bite or to drip
Just take the call already, it's taking too long.
Hapitin mo na 'yang tawag ko, ang tagal na.
Exactly right or on point
That gossip is spot on; almost everyone knows about it.
Napakahapitin ng chismis na iyon, halos lahat ng tao alam na.
Succeeded or achieved well
Nail that project, it's going to win at the presentation.
Hapitin mo 'yung project na 'yan, panalo 'yan sa presentation.