Himpapalis (en. Detection)

/him.pa.pa.lis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of discovering or admitting a mistake or deficiency.
Detection is important in the investigation process.
Ang himpapalis ay mahalaga sa proseso ng pagsisiyasat.
The ability to recognize the effects or results of an action.
In detection, the teacher sees the efforts of her students.
Sa himpapalis, nakikita ng guro ang pagsisikap ng kanyang mga estudyante.

Etymology

From the root word 'himpa' meaning 'to accuse' and 'alis'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Detection of the truth
Discovery of true information.
Himpapalis sa katotohanan

Related Words

investigation
The process of investigating or identifying details.
siyasat

Slang Meanings

for anger or annoyance
Wow, I'm so mad at my helper, so lazy!
Grabe, himpapalis na ako sa katulong ko, ang tamad!
not good behavior
The things they are looking for are just a nuisance in life.
Yung mga hinahanap nila, parang himpapalis lang sa buhay.
to scold or accuse
Don't start nagging me, I'm fine already.
Huwag mo na akong himpapalisin, okay na 'ko.