Kupiin (en. To fit)
koo-peen
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of adjusting or fitting something.
Fit the fabric according to the size of the dress.
Kupiin mo ang tela ayon sa laki ng damit.
To provide the correct measurement or shape to an object.
You need to fit the items for your project.
Kailangan mong kupiin ang gamit para sa iyong proyekto.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'kupi' meaning 'to fit' or 'to adapt' in a context.
Common Phrases and Expressions
fit the details
Organize or adjust the details in a situation.
kupiin ang mga detalye
Related Words
fit
The root word of 'kupiin', meaning 'to enclose' or 'to apply' to a physical object.
kupi
Slang Meanings
To play pranks or jokes on others.
You might prank someone again without knowing it, because I'm laughing so hard at your joke!
Baka mag-kupiin ka na naman ng hindi mo alam, kasi sobrang tawa ko sa joke mo!
To pretend to be someone else.
Don't pretend, show who you really are!
Huwag kang mag-kupiin, ipakita mo kung sino ka talaga!