Ipaatindi (en. To intensify)

/ipaˈat̪ɪndi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to make something more intense or deeper.
The teacher intensified his explanations for the students' better understanding.
Ipinaatindi ng guro ang kanyang mga paliwanag para sa mas madaling pag-unawa ng mga estudyante.
To do something with more feeling or action.
He decided to intensify his efforts on the project.
Nagdesisyon siyang ipaatindi ang kanyang pagsisikap sa proyekto.
To add force or strength to an existing situation.
They intensified the security in the area to prevent any incidents.
Ipinaatindi nila ang seguridad sa lugar upang maiwasan ang anumang insidente.

Etymology

Tagalog word 'pati' with the prefix 'i-' (to convey, to inform, etc.)

Common Phrases and Expressions

intensify his feelings
make his feelings deeper
ipaatindi ang kanyang damdamin
intensify effort
increase the effort being made
ipaatindi ang pagsisikap

Related Words

pati
A word important in forming various forms of 'ipaatindi'.
pati
intensification
The process of deepening or intensifying something.
intensification

Slang Meanings

To make noise or disturb others.
The noise from the neighbor feels like they're being all loud again.
Ang ingay ng kapitbahay, parang nag-iipaatindi na naman.
To show off or try to be cute in front of others.
He's trying to be all loud and noticeable in front of his friends to get their attention.
Tinatry niyang mag-ipaatindi sa mga kaibigan niya para mapansin.