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    Kumapa (en. To grasp/to hold)

    /kuˈmapa/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of lifting or placing one's hand on something.
    He grasped the ball with full strength.
    Kumapa siya ng bola nang may buong lakas.
    Grabbing or holding onto something.
    She grabbed the handle while walking.
    Kumapa siya ng hawakan habang naglalakad.
    Speaking or doing something with confidence.
    He should grasp strength in his voice.
    Dapat siyang kumapa ng lakas sa kanyang boses.

    Etymology

    from the word 'kapa', meaning to put or hold.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to grasp strength
    to draw confidence or strength from within.
    kumapa ng lakas

    Related Words

    kapa
    the process of holding or carrying something.
    kapa

    Slang Meanings

    Companion or partner
    I joined Juan at his house to study.
    Kumapa nako sa bahay ni Juan para mag-aral.
    How are you?
    What's up, dude? How have you been?
    Kumapa, pre? Kamusta na?
    Let's go together
    Let's hang out at the mall later!
    Kumapa tayo mamaya sa mall!