Ipagpalalo (en. Exalt)

/ipag.pa.la.lo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Expresses something regarding utmost respect or esteem.
The parents exalted his success throughout the community.
Ipinagpalalo ng mga magulang ang kanyang tagumpay sa buong barangay.
To elevate someone's status in society or other levels.
His achievements exalted him among his peers.
Ang kanyang mga nagawa ay nag-ipagpalalo sa kanya sa kanyang mga kasamahan.
To give high praise or commendation.
Exalt him to your friends because he is kind and intelligent.
Ipagpalalo mo siya sa iyong mga kaibigan dahil siya ay mabait at matalino.

Etymology

From the word 'palalo', meaning arrogant or boastful.

Common Phrases and Expressions

exalt him/her
Express your respect or praise for him/her.
ipagpalalo mo siya

Related Words

arrogant
A person who is boastful or haughty.
palalo
high
Means superior or elevated in status.
mataas

Slang Meanings

to boast
Don't be shy to brag about your achievements; others might like it too.
Huwag kang mahiyang ipagpalalo ang mga nagawa mo, baka magustuhan din ng iba.
to flaunt
Why do you have to flaunt your new car? That’s such arrogance.
Bakit kailangan mo pang ipagpalalo ang bago mong kotse? Sobra namang kayabangan yan.
to show off
With every success, it seems you need to show off, right?
Sa bawat tagumpay, parang kailangan mong ipagpalalo, hindi ba?