Ipangilin (en. To avoid)

/i-paŋi-lin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action or act of avoiding something.
We should avoid things that can harm our health.
Dapat nating ipangilin ang mga bagay na makakapinsala sa ating kalusugan.
The act of moving away or avoiding an undesirable situation.
He did everything to avoid being influenced by bad company.
Isinagawa niya ang lahat upang ipangilin ang kanyang sarili mula sa masamang impluwensya.

Common Phrases and Expressions

avoid oneself
aid in personal development by avoiding bad influences.
ipangilin ang sarili

Related Words

avoidance
The act of being cautious or careful in actions or decisions.
pangilin

Slang Meanings

To stand or do something in a certain way.
Stand or act in a specific way in front of the camera, just be a bit more natural.
Ipangilin mo ang pag-arte mo sa harap ng camera, medyo natural naman.
To be careful or think things through.
You should be cautious with the decisions you make in life so you won't regret it.
Dapat ipangilin mo ang mga desisyon mo sa buhay para hindi ka magsisi.