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    Lapi (en. Pencil)

    /la-pi/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A tool used for writing or drawing made of wood with a graphite core.
    He used a pencil to write his homework.
    Gumamit siya ng lapi sa pagsusulat ng kanyang takdang-aralin.
    A type of pencil used by artists for detailing in their works.
    The pencil she used is perfect for fine lines.
    Ang lapi na ginamit niya ay perpekto para sa manipis na linya.
    A tool that comes in different hardness levels, from soft to hard pencils.
    There are pencils for different artistic needs.
    May mga lapi na para sa iba't ibang pangangailangan sa sining.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish word 'lápiz'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    write using a pencil
    use a pencil for writing.
    magsulat gamit ang lapi

    Related Words

    writing
    The process of forming words on paper using any tool.
    pagsulat
    drawing
    An art of using a pencil or other tools to create images.
    drawing

    Slang Meanings

    Fast
    Wow, your car is so fast!
    Grabe, ang lapi ng kotse mo!
    So much fun
    That party last night was so much fun!
    Ang lapi naman ng party kagabi!
    Just joking
    Wow, you’re just joking, right?
    Hala, lapi ka naman, ha!
    Cool
    My new cellphone is so cool!
    Ang lapi ng bagong cellphone ko!