Ipagbuhay (en. To uphold)

/ipaɡbuˈhai/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of giving life or supporting an idea or principle.
We must uphold the rights of every person.
Dapat nating ipagbuhay ang mga karapatan ng bawat tao.
The process of creating or making something important or meaningful.
The teacher wants to uphold the love for art in her students.
Nais ng guro na ipagbuhay ang pagmamahal sa sining sa kanyang mga mag-aaral.

Common Phrases and Expressions

uphold the truth
Support or fight for the truth.
ipagbuhay ang katotohanan
uphold the culture
Preserve and pass on traditions and customs.
ipagbuhay ang kultura

Related Words

life
The state of being active and caring for things that have value.
buhay
action
The activity or work that shows support or advocacy.
pagkilos

Slang Meanings

to show off
Come on, show off your talent in front of everyone!
Sige na, ipagbuhay mo na ang talent mo sa harap ng lahat!
to take pride in
You should take pride in your achievements at school!
Dapat ipagbuhay mo ang mga achievements mo sa school!
to celebrate
When you graduate, let's celebrate that!
Kapag nakapag-graduate ka, ipagbuhay natin 'yan!