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    Kalapitan (en. Proximity)

    /ka.la.pi.tan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The state of being near or adjacent to something.
    The proximity of the houses to each other leads to faster community organization.
    Ang kalapitan ng mga bahay sa isa’t isa ay nagdudulot ng mas mabilis na pagsasaayos ng komunidad.
    The closeness or adjacency of people or things in a location.
    The proximity of the stores provides more options for shoppers.
    Ang kalapitan ng mga tindahan ay nagbibigay ng higit pang pagpipilian sa mga mamimili.
    The distance between two things.
    The proximity of the mountains to the town provides a beautiful view.
    Ang kalapitan ng mga bundok sa bayan ay nagbibigay ng magandang tanawin.

    Etymology

    From the root word 'lapit' meaning 'close' combined with the prefix 'ka-' which indicates a state or quality.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    in proximity
    in a nearby place or distance.
    sa kalapitan
    closeness of heart
    closeness to the feelings of others.
    kalapitan ng puso

    Related Words

    approach
    The root word meaning 'close'.
    lapit
    adjacent
    Indicates being side by side or near.
    karatig

    Slang Meanings

    Being attached or close to a person or thing.
    Our closeness started when we had a group project.
    Ang kalapitan namin ni Jessa ay nagsimula nung nag-group project kami.
    A close-knit group or association.
    Our gang's closeness is so fun, we're always together on outings.
    Sobrang saya ng kalapitan ng tropa namin, laging magkasama sa mga lakad.
    Intimacy or deep connection.
    The closeness between me and my boyfriend really strengthened after a year.
    Ang kalapitan namin ng boyfriend ko ay talagang tumibay matapos ang isang taon.