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!