Ipamanhik (en. To elevate)

/iˌpɐmɐˈniːk/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A form of verb meaning to transfer something from a lower level to a higher level.
Elevate the boxes to the attic.
Ipamanhik mo ang mga kahon sa attic.
Carrying out a command to go up or raise something.
He elevated himself on the stairs.
Ipinamanhik niya ang kanyang sarili sa hagdang-bato.
Bringing a person or object to a higher level in a physical way.
He needs to elevate his studies to the next level.
Kailangan niyang ipamanhik ang kanyang pag-aaral sa susunod na antas.

Etymology

It derives from the root 'manhik' meaning 'to ascend'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

elevate the letters
raise the letters to a higher place
ipamanhik ang mga sulat
elevate the creation
raise the product or work
ipamanhik ang likha

Related Words

manhik
Refers to the act of climbing or ascending to a place.
manhik
angat
The act or process of raising or improving something.
angat

Slang Meanings

pass the task or responsibility to someone else
Just hand over the report to your team leader.
Ipamanhik mo na lang yung report sa team leader mo.
complain or ask for help
Don't take too long, just pass it on to him if you can't handle it.
Huwag ka nang magtagal, ipamanhik mo na sa kanya kung hindi mo kaya.