Itaob (en. To turn over)

/itaˈob/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Make something upside down or change its position.
Turn the cup over so it doesn't spill.
Itaob mo ang tasa upang hindi ito matapon.
Change the arrangement of something.
Turn the table over to tidy up the room.
Itaob ang mesa upang maayos ang silid.
Fall or capsize into a state.
Turn the boat over when the waves get strong.
Itaob ang bangka kapag lumakas ang alon.

Etymology

From the root word 'taob' meaning 'upside down'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

turn the world upside down
Expressing a drastic change.
itaob ang mundo

Related Words

upside down
The state of being upside down.
taob
reverse
A position that is opposite to the usual.
baligtad

Slang Meanings

angry or upset
Why do you look so grumpy? You’re raising your eyebrow again.
Bakit ang sama ng mukha mo? Itinataas mo na naman ang kilay mo.
to speak up or complain
Just bring it up to your boss if you want explanations.
Itakbo mo na lang sa boss mo kung gusto mo ng mga paliwanag.
to report or inform
Just let your friends know about that, it will be good for you.
Itaob mo na yun sa mga kaibigan mo, makakabuti sa'yo.