Maitupi (en. To bend)

/maˈitu.pi/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of moving an object from a straight formation to a folded or bent formation.
Fold your clothes at the end of each week.
Maitupi ang iyong mga damit sa bawat pagtatapos ng linggo.
The process of giving shape to an object by folding.
Carefully fold the paper before placing it in the envelope.
Maingat na maitupi ang papel bago ilagay sa sobre.
Reducing size by folding.
Fold the rows of chairs to fit better in the room.
Maitupi ang mga hanay ng mga upuan upang magkasya nang mas mabuti sa silid.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Bend the family
The coming together of family from younger generations.
Maitupi ang pamilya

Related Words

fold
A root word in verb form referring to any form that is folded.
tupi

Slang Meanings

Jumping or fidgety
His stomachache made him look like he's really maitupi out of fear.
Ang sakit ng tiyan niya, mukhang maitupi siya sa sobrang takot.
Careful movement
Move slowly, don't be maitupi on the road!
Dahan-dahan lang, wag kang maitupi sa daan!
Quick movement
He was maitupi behind the bus because of the sudden speed.
Maitupi siya sa may likod ng bus dahil sa sobrang bilis.