Magkupkop (en. To adopt)
ma-gu-kup-kop
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of taking or caring for a person or thing.
They decided to adopt an orphaned child.
Nagdesisyon silang magkupkop ng isang batang ulila.
Taking steps to provide for one's needs in times of necessity.
He will adopt homeless animals.
Magkupkop siya ng mga hayop na walang tahanan.
Providing a home or shelter to a person or animal.
He felt the need to adopt a dog.
Naramdaman niya ang pangangailangan na magkupkop ng isang aso.
Etymology
Originates from 'kupkop' meaning care or protection.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to adopt a child
the act of adopting or caring for a child
magkupkop ng bata
to adopt an animal
caring for homeless animals
magkupkop ng hayop
Related Words
adopted child
A person who is adopted or taken as a child.
ampon
care
The act of nurturing or protecting.
kupkop
Slang Meanings
pretend care or pretense
What you're doing to him is like you're just pretending to care!
E ang ginagawa mo sa kanya, parang magkupkop ka lang!
mixing with false friends
Oh, don't surround yourself with false friends, you might get affected!
Naku, huwag kang magkupkop ng mga kairingan, baka maapektuhan ka!