Magkayapos (en. To embrace)

/maɡka.ja.pos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of receiving or embracing a person or thing.
They embraced after a long separation.
Nagkayapos sila matapos ang matagal na pagkawalay.
A way of expressing love or admiration.
Their embrace was full of love.
Ang kanilang pagyakap ay puno ng pagmamahal.
Showing support or unity with each other.
They embraced during difficult times.
Magkayapos sila sa panahon ng pagsubok.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'yakap' with the affixes 'mag-' and 'ka-'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to embrace tightly
the desire to embrace a person wholeheartedly and kinship.
magkayapos ng mahigpit
to embrace in reconciliation
embracing as a sign of forgiveness or reconciliation.
magkayapos sa pagbabati

Related Words

hug
An act of healing or connecting with someone through a hug.
yakap
love
A word that reflects affection or love.
mahal

Slang Meanings

to hug
Wow, you guys look so happy hugging under the tree!
Grabe, parang ang saya niyo pang magkayapos sa ilalim ng puno!
team hug
Let's all have a team hug to celebrate!
Sama-sama tayong magkayapos bilang team, para magcelebrate!
lovebirds
You two again, like lovebirds hugging in the park!
Kayo na naman, parang mga magkayapos na lovebirds sa park!
sweet moments
You two are hugging so much, your sweet moments are so cute!
Ang dami ninyong magkayapos, ang cute ng sweet moments niyo!