Ipatong (en. To place on top)

ipa-ton

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To transfer or place an object on top of another object.
Place your book on the table.
Ipatong mo ang iyong libro sa mesa.
To place an object on top as an addition or support.
Put the tablecloth on the table before eating.
Ipatong ang mantel sa mesa bago kumain.
To create a layer or second on top of something.
Place the top layer on the cake.
Ipatong ang pang-itaas na layer sa cake.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to place on the scale
To transfer an ingredient onto a measuring scale for the correct amount.
ipatong sa takalan

Related Words

layer
Indicates the presence of something on top of another.
patong

Slang Meanings

Just put it or lay it on top
I'm just going to put this on the table.
Ipapatong ko lang 'to sa lamesa.
Piling up feelings or burdens
I have so many burdens piled up on my shoulders.
Ang dami nang ipinatong sa balikat ko.
Match with a person or thing
Go ahead, match that with me!
Sige, ipatong mo na yan sa akin!