Humapit (en. To lean)

hu-ma-pit

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of approaching or leaning the body against something or someone.
He leaned against the wall to rest.
Humapit siya sa pader para makasandal.
The act of bringing the body or a part of the body in a direction.
She leaned towards him to listen better.
Humapit siya sa kanya upang makinig ng mas mabuti.
Adjusting the position of the body for comfort or support.
He leaned back in his chair while reading.
Humapit siya sa sopaw habang nagbabasa.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lean against the wall
approaching or holding onto the wall for support
humapit sa pader

Related Words

to lean
The state of approaching or holding onto something.
hapit

Slang Meanings

To find a way or show capability in getting something desired.
Even though I had no budget, I still hustled to buy new shoes.
Kahit na wala na akong budget, humapit pa rin ako para makabili ng bagong sapatos.
To adapt or go along with the actions of others.
I joined them when I saw they were having fun at the party.
Humapit ako sa kanila nang makita kong masaya sila sa party.
In a hurry or seems to need to do something quickly.
He's hustling because the project deadline is near.
Humapit na siya, kasi malapit na ang deadline ng project.