Magkapulikat (en. To have an affair)

mag-ka-pu-li-kat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that refers to having a relationship or office deeper than friendship.
They will be popular despite their obligations.
Sila ay magkapulikat sa kabila ng kanilang mga obligasyon.
Expresses a relationship that may not be openly and often includes a secret.
Their culprit has given challenges to their families.
Ang kanilang magkapulikat ay nagbigay ng mga hamon sa kanilang mga pamilya.
A coherence that often causes conflict or misunderstanding in people.
Their friends are worried about his friends.
Ang magkapulikat nila ay ikinabahala ng kanyang mga kaibigan.

Etymology

the term 'magkapulikat' originates from the root 'pulikat' which means 'to join' or 'to combine two'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to have an affair behind our spouses
a relationship that is hidden from partners
magkapulikat sa likod ng ating mga asawa

Related Words

togetherness
the state of being together or interconnected.
pagsasama
connection
a link or relationship between people.
uugnayan

Slang Meanings

Star-crossed or thirsty for friendship
It's fun being together, it's like we never run out of stories.
Ang saya ng magkapulikat, parang hindi tayo naubusan ng kwentuhan.
Pressed for time or in a hurry
Sorry, I'm kind of in a rush now, we'll have to cut our conversation short.
Sorry, medyo magkapulikat ako ngayon, mabibitin tayo sa usapan.
Enjoying the fun
Our time together at the party was great, you can really feel the good vibes!
Ang ganda ng magkapulikat natin sa party, damang-dama ang good vibes!