Ilapit (en. Bring closer)

i-la-pit

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of bringing something closer in distance.
Bring the chair closer to Maria so she can sit.
Ilapit mo ang upuan kay Maria para siya'y makaupo.
The act of complying with a desire or wish.
Bring yourself closer to your dreams.
Ilapit mo ang iyong sarili sa iyong mga pangarap.
Implying adherence or involvement.
We need to bring people closer to our goal.
Kailangan nating ilapit ang mga tao sa ating layunin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

bring the heart closer
to show sensibility or care for others
ilapit ang loob

Related Words

approach
refers to proximity or distance from something.
lapit
bring oneself closer
the action of being more open or closer to others.
ilapit ang sarili

Slang Meanings

Ask someone to come closer or accompany me.
Can you bring me closer to him? It feels awkward.
Puwede bang ilapit mo ako sa kanya? Ang awkward na.
Approach or talk to someone.
You should express your feelings to her, she might like you.
Ilapit mo na 'yung feelings mo sa kanya, baka magustuhan ka.
Connect with (other people).
I’d like to connect you with your new friends.
Nais ko sanang ilapit ka sa mga bagong kaibigan mo.