Magipit (en. To squeeze)
muh-gi-pit
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action involving applying pressure to an object or person.
Squeeze the fruit to extract its juice.
Magipit ng prutas upang makuha ang katas nito.
To manipulate something using fingers or hands.
Squeeze the bottle cap before opening it.
Magipit ka ng pabalat ng bote bago buksan ito.
A way to apply pressure, usually using fingers.
Squeeze your nose if you want to stop sneezing.
Magipit ng iyong ilong kung gusto mong huminto sa pagsinga.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to pinch one's lips
to suppress crying or whining
magipit ng labi
Related Words
squeezing
The act of applying tight pressure or flooding.
pagsisiksik
Slang Meanings
to be in hardship or suffering
Life can really be tough, but just keep fighting.
Ang magipit sa buhay talaga, pero laban lang.
being cramped or squeezed
I'm in a tight spot, there are too many people on the bus!
Nasa magipit akong sitwasyon, puro tao sa bus!