Lapangin (en. To widen)

/laˈpaŋ.in/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Make a space or thing wider.
We need to widen the room to have more space.
Kailangan nating lapangin ang silid para magkaroon ito ng mas maraming lugar.
Expand something in physical form or size.
The project aims to widen the road to avoid traffic congestion.
Ang proyekto ay layunin na lapangin ang daan upang hindi magkaabala ang trapiko.

Etymology

Mula sa salitang-ugat na 'lapang' na nangangahulugang 'maluwang' o 'malawak'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

widen the mind
Have a broader understanding or perspective.
lapangin ang isipan

Related Words

wide
An adjective meaning spacious or broad.
lapang

Slang Meanings

to enjoy or have fun in life
You should just lapangin your life, so come on, let's party!
Dapat lang na lapangin mo ang buhay mo, kaya tara, party tayo!
to be happy and not think about problems
Now that we're at the beach, just lapangin all your worries.
Ngayon na nasa beach tayo, lapangin mo lang ang lahat ng worries mo.
to be chill or relaxed
Come on, just lapangin that! Don't be too serious.
Grabe, lapangin mo na lang 'yan! Huwag masyadong seryoso.