Ipilipit (en. To twist)

/i.pɪ.lɪ.pɪt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

A verb form that means to force or twist.

We need to twist the branches of the tree before the storm.

Kailangan nating ipilipit ang mga sanga ng puno bago ang bagyo.

An action that causes a change in form or shape of something.

She insists on twisting her hair in a way she is not used to.

Pinipilit niyang ipilipit ang kanyang buhok sa isang paraan na hindi siya sanay.

derived from the root 'pilit' meaning forced or unnatural.

to twist the truth

To complicate the real situation.

ipilipit ang totoo

forced

Meaning something done against one's will.

pilit

curved

Indicates a non-straight form or bend in something.

baluktot

to twist or bend the body

Why does it look like you've twisted your arm? That looks painful.

Bakit parang pinilipit mo ang kamay mo? Mukhang masakit iyon.

to hurt or twist feelings

Wow, it's like you've twisted my heart with what you did!

Grabe, parang pinilipit mo ang puso ko sa ginawa mo!