Lapot (en. Embrace)

la-pot

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition of being closer or more united.
The closeness of their relationship brings them happiness.
Ang lapot ng kanilang relasyon ay nagbibigay sa kanila ng kaligayahan.
The state of feeling accompanied by joy or happiness.
I felt a sense of closeness when I was with my family.
Naramdaman ko ang lapot kapag kasama ko ang pamilya ko.

Etymology

This is a Tagalog word derived from the roots of the words that mean quiet or calm.

Common Phrases and Expressions

closeness of relationship
The depth and strength of a relationship.
lapot ng pakikipag-ugnayan
has closeness
Has love or connection with another person.
may lapot

Related Words

togetherness
A state of being together or united.
sama-sama
connection
The relationship or link between people.
koneksyon

Slang Meanings

mistress (attached relationship)
She always has a lapot with her exes.
Siya kasi, lagi na lang siyang may lapot sa mga ex niya.
show-off (term for someone who is loud or overly active)
Don't be so lapot, just chill.
Huwag kang masyadong lapot, chill ka lang.
group of friends (close friend or group of friends)
My lapot is here, let's go party!
Nandiyan na ang lapot ko, tara na’t magparty!