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Magkapilak (en. To be adjacent)

mɑɡ.kə.pil.ɑk

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

Refers to the presence of a connection or linkage to something or someone.

The two are adjacent to their homes.

Ang dalawa ay magkapilak sa kanilang mga tahanan.

Indicates the proximity or similarity of two or more things.

Their ideas are adjacent in the aim to create a solution.

Ang kanilang mga ideya ay magkapilak sa hangarin na makabuo ng solusyon.

Often used to describe locations or things that are next to each other.

There are always adjacent houses on their street.

Laging may magkapilak na mga bahay sa kanilang kalye.

Etymology

Originating from the combination of the prefix 'mag-' indicating action or association, and 'kapilas' meaning something that is part of or adjacent to another.

Common Phrases and Expressions

adjacent houses

houses that are next to each other.

magkapilak na bahay

Related Words

adjacent

A word that connects the resemblance or connectivity of things.

kapilas

beside

Shows the position of an object that is near or next to another object.

katabi

Slang Meanings

need for help

I'm so burdened, let's team up!

Sobrang burden na, magkapilak na tayo!

together or partnered up

Let's team up for this project, it's easier with someone.

Magkapilak tayo sa project na 'to, mas madali kung may kasama.

to help each other

We need to work together to meet the deadline!

Kailangan nating magkapilak para matapos ang deadline!