Magkapit (en. To cling)

/maɡˈka.pit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

An action describing the act of embracing or holding onto each other.

They clung tightly to each other while walking along the steep cliff.

Nagkapit sila ng mahigpit habang naglalakad sa ibabaw ng matarik na bangin.

Establishing a connection or relationship between two or more people.

Their clinging brought a deeper understanding.

Ang kanilang magkapit ay nagdala ng mas malalim na pagkakaintindihan.

Maintaining a bond, especially in difficult situations.

Let's cling to each other in times of trial.

Magkapit tayo sa isa't isa sa mga panahon ng pagsubok.

Derived from the root word 'kabit' which means 'to bind' or 'to connect.'

Clasp arms

An expression meaning united assistance or solidarity.

Magkapit bisig

hold

Noun referring to the act of holding or clinging to each other.

kapit

to connect

A verb meaning to link or attach.

kabit

Hold on, let's go!

Let's hold on so we won't fall!

Magkapit tayo para di tayo mahulog!

Hang on to what you should do

Hold on to your responsibilities!

Magkapit ka sa mga gawain mo!

Arm in arm

Let's stand together against the problem!

Magkapit-bisig tayo laban sa problema!