Makaalpas (en. To be liberated)
/makǎálpàs/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to the ability to escape or distance oneself from a situation.
The animals that are liberated run fast whenever there is danger.
Ang mga hayop na maka-alpas ay mabilis tumakbo sa tuwing may panganib.
Etymology
from the root word 'alpas' meaning to escape or be freed.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to escape from difficulties
to be freed from a difficult situation
makaalpas sa kagipitan
Related Words
to escape
The process of creating freedom or escaping from bondage.
alpas
freedom
The state of being unrestricted or unchained.
palaya
Slang Meanings
foodie or someone who loves food trips
Ella is such a foodie, always looking for new places to eat.
Sobrang maka-alpas si Ella, laging nagahanap ng bagong kainan.
always busy or eager
There are so many chores, but still excited by the joy of people at the fiesta.
Ang daming gawaing bahay, pero ang maka-alpas parin sa saya ng mga tao sa fiesta.