Magapoy (en. To be in a hurry)

/ma.ga.poy/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to have joy or excitement in doing something.
He hurried to leave because he was eager for his next appointment.
Nagmamadali siyang umalis dahil siya ay magapoy sa kanyang susunod na appointment.
A state of being in a hurry or acting quickly.
People are bustling in the market due to the upcoming festival.
Magapoy ang mga tao sa palengke dahil sa nalalapit na piyesta.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

Hurry up!
Start now, don't take too long!
Magapoy ka na!

Related Words

fast
Means acting without hesitation.
mabilis

Slang Meanings

very lazy; lacking motivation
He doesn't want to leave because he's feeling lazy.
Ayaw na lang niyang umalis kasi magapoy siya.
feeling tired at the beginning
I'm so tired after this long week.
Sobrang magapoy na ako matapos ang long week na 'to.