Luping (en. Swimming)

/luˈping/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An activity done in water, usually involves moving the body to navigate through the water.
Anna loves swimming during the summer.
Mahilig si Anna sa luping tuwing tag-init.
A form of sport or recreation that involves swimming.
Swimming is an important part of her sports training.
Ang luping ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng kanyang pagsasanay sa palakasan.
verb
To perform or engage in swimming.
We will start swimming in the morning.
Magsisimula na tayong luping sa umaga.

Etymology

But the 'luping' has roots in the word 'lupin' derived from Spanish.

Common Phrases and Expressions

swimming in the sea
Activity of swimming in the sea.
luping sa dagat
swimming in the pool
Activity of swimming in the swimming pool.
luping sa pool

Related Words

swim
An activity that describes the movement in water to float.
langoy
float
The state in water where you are buoyant or on the surface.
hapo

Slang Meanings

Impressive skill
He has impressive skills in basketball, he beats all his opponents!
Ang luping galing niya sa basketball, talo niya lahat ng kalaban!
Coolness factor
Your outfit's swag is impressive, it suits you perfectly!
Lupit ng swag ng outfit mo bro, bagay na bagay sa'yo!
Who's tough?
Who's tough here? Seems like we need backup.
Sinong lupit dito? Mukhang kailangan natin ng backup.