Kipot (en. Narrow)
/kiˈpot/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of a road or place that is narrower compared to the surroundings.
That road has a narrow section that is dangerous for vehicles.
Ang kalsadang iyon ay may kipot na bahagi na delikado sa mga sasakyan.
A limited space or opening.
We need a wider gap to let the large truck in.
Kailangan natin ng mas malawak na kipot para makapasok ang malaking trak.
Gathering of many people in a cramped space.
At the event, there was a crowding of people in front of the stage.
Sa kaganapang iyon, nagkaroon ng kipot ng mga tao sa harap ng entablado.
Common Phrases and Expressions
narrow road
A road that is narrower compared to other roads.
kipot na daan
Related Words
narrowness
A term that describes the tightness of a space.
dawag
tightness
Condition of being cramped or not loose.
sikip
Slang Meanings
overprotective parents
Janelle's parents are really kipot, they won’t let her go out alone.
Parang mga kipot talaga ang mga magulang ni Janelle, hindi siya pinapayagang lumabas nang mag-isa.
too strict
Our teacher is so kipot in class, there's no room for mischief.
Sobrang kipot ng guro namin sa klase, walang puwang para sa kalokohan.
trust issues
Her ex was kipot, that's why she has a hard time trusting others.
Yung ex niya ay kipot, kaya hirap siyang magtiwala sa iba.