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    Lupaypay (en. To droop)

    /lu.paɪ.paɪ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A term referring to the state of an object or person being droopy or wind-blown.
    The leaves of the tree drooped due to the strong wind.
    Ang mga dahon ng puno ay lumupaypay dahil sa malakas na hangin.
    adjective
    Describes the state of an object that appears to be wilted or crushed.
    The drooping flower seems unable to stand again.
    Ang lupaypay na bulaklak ay tila hindi na kayang bumangon.

    Etymology

    The term 'lupaypay' originates from 'lupay' meaning drooping or sagging, with the addition of 'pay' possibly referring to the action of unfurling or extending.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    His smile drooped
    His smile seems to fade or droop.
    Lumupaypay ang kanyang ngiti

    Related Words

    droop
    A word that describes the presence of something hanging down or sagging.
    lupay
    unfurl
    A word referring to the process of unfurling or becoming airy.
    paypay

    Slang Meanings

    Extremely tired or weak.
    Dude, after basketball, I was completely worn out.
    Pare, after ng basketball, lupaypay na ako.
    Lack of enthusiasm or interest.
    I'm so unmotivated in class, I have no interest in learning anymore.
    Lupaypay na ako sa klase, wala na akong gana matuto.
    Losing vigor or determination.
    Because of the problems, I feel like I've lost my zest for life.
    Dahil sa mga problema, parang lupaypay na ako sa buhay.