Kapa (en. Cover)

/ˈka.pa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of clothing worn as protection against cold or elemental conditions.
He wore the cloak while walking on a cold night.
Suot niya ang kapa habang naglalakad sa malamig na gabi.
Things used to cover or protect something.
The wooden cover is used to protect the plants from the rain.
Ang kapa ng kahoy ay ginagamit upang protektahan ang mga halaman mula sa ulan.

Etymology

From words related to the understanding of history and culture.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cloak of rain
a protection from rain.
kapa ng ulan

Related Words

light cloak
A type of cloak that is lighter and more suitable for heat.
mantika
shawl
A type of cloak often used in ceremonies.
balabal

Slang Meanings

So you don't have to lift unnecessary things.
That's enough, just chill!
Tama na yan, kapa na lang!
To pretend or to hide.
You have some nerve, you're just acting!
Ang kapal naman ng muka mo, kapa ka lang!