Lapain (en. To let someone down)

/laˈpain/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To do something that burdens or annoys others.
Don't let me down; I need your support.
Huwag mo akong lapain; kailangan ko ng suporta mo.
To cause disappointment or negative feelings.
Don't let me down, always fulfill your promises.
Huwag kang lapain, lagi mong tuparin ang iyong mga pangako.

Etymology

Root word 'lapa'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't let me down
Don't make me feel bad.
Huwag mo akong lapain

Related Words

failure
The ruin or collapse of an expected result.
lapas

Slang Meanings

To make it your own or create your own version.
I want to lapain that recipe, make it tastier!
Gusto ko nang lapain yung recipe na yun, gawin kong mas masarap!
To experiment or invent, often in the kitchen.
Try to lapain that, we might be happy with the result!
Lapain mo yan, baka maging masaya tayo sa resulta!
Not caring about what others think.
As long as I like it, I'll just lapain my life!
Basta gusto ko, lapain ko lang ang buhay ko!