Humupa (en. To sit down)

hu-mu-pa

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that describes sitting down or moving to a lower position.
He sat down on the chair after a long walk.
Humupa siya sa silya pagkatapos ng mahabang paglalakad.
The act of taking a position lower than standing.
The children sat down on the floor to listen to the story.
Humupa ang mga bata sa sahig upang makinig sa kwento.
To engage in discussion or interaction with someone while seated.
The people sat down to discuss their problems.
Humupa ang mga tao upang pag-usapan ang kanilang mga problema.

Etymology

The word 'humupa' comes from the root word 'hupa' which means 'to sit' or 'lower down'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's sit down.
This shows the request for everyone to sit down.
Humupa na tayo.

Related Words

hupa
A root word meaning to sit or put oneself in a lower position.
hupa

Slang Meanings

to relax or take a break
Rest now, just chill for a bit.
Pahinga ka na, humupa ka muna.
don't panic
Come on, just chill, it’s fine.
Nako, humupa ka lang, okay lang yan.