Ilapat (en. Apply)
/ilaˈpat/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
Place something in a specific position or location.
I will apply the glue to the paper before I attach it.
Iilapat ko ang pandikit sa papel bago ko ito ikabit.
Use a principle or knowledge in a particular situation.
Ideas should be applied to real life.
Dapat ilapat ang mga ideya sa tunay na buhay.
Enforce a law or regulation.
They need to apply the new law regarding cleanliness.
Kailangan nilang ilapat ang bagong batas tungkol sa kalinisan.
Etymology
The word 'ilapat' comes from the root word 'lapit' which means 'to bring or to put in place.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
apply the principle
Use principles in practical situations.
ilapat ang prinsipyo
apply to the situation
Adapt an idea or knowledge to the context of the current situation.
ilapat sa sitwasyon
Related Words
usage
The process of using something for a specific purpose.
paggamit
fulfillment
The action of fulfilling demands or regulations.
pagtupad
Slang Meanings
Apply
Just apply that so the project can be done.
I-lapat mo na 'yan para magawa ang proyekto.
Combine
Just combine your ideas into the presentation.
Ilapat mo na lang ang mga ideas mo sa presentasyon.
Put
Put the water on the soil to cultivate.
Ilapat mo ang tubig sa lupa para makapang-sahod.