Ipusta (en. To put)

/iˈpusta/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Place or position an item in a specific location.
Put the book on the table.
Ipusta mo ang libro sa mesa.
To express a statement or opinion about something.
State your thoughts about the project.
Ipusta mo ang iyong saloobin tungkol sa proyekto.
To contribute information or ideas to a discussion or argument.
Add your idea to the discussion.
Ipusta mo ang iyong ideya sa talakayan.

Etymology

This comes from the Spanish word 'poner,' meaning to place.

Common Phrases and Expressions

place your bet
Make a bet or stated opinion in a situation.
ipusta ang iyong sugal

Related Words

put
A verb meaning to move or place something.
ilagay
positioned
Means already placed or arranged in a specific location.
napuwesto

Slang Meanings

Saving up money
Just put your savings on the cockfight.
Ipusta mo na lang ang ipon mo sa sabong.
To place a bet or to challenge others to bet
Bet your cellphone on the game.
Ipusta mo yung cellphone mo sa laro.
To join a game or competition
Let's place our favorites teams' bets on the match!
Ipusta natin ang mga paborito nating teams sa laban!