Makapal (en. Thick)

/maˈka.pal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Has a thick shape or size.

The book is thick and full of information.

Ang libro ay makapal at puno ng impormasyon.

Indicates heaviness or an excessive amount.

The clouds in the sky are thick, suggesting a storm.

Makapal ang ulap sa langit na tila may bagyo.

Indicates excessive thickness or solid material.

The wall of the house is thick for better insulation.

Ang dingding ng bahay ay makapal para sa mas mahusay na insulation.

Root word: kapal

thick-skinned

Has unusual resilience or is not easily affected by others' opinions or criticism.

makapal ang balat

thick hair

Has many strands of hair, showing abundance or health.

makapal ang buhok

thickness

The quality of being thick.

kapal

dense

Very thick or packed closely together.

siksik

social (arrogant or pretentious)

You have some nerve! If you're not well-known, you shouldn't act so high and mighty!

Ang kapal ng mukha mo! Kung hindi ka naman kilala, hindi ka dapat ganun kaangas!

too stubborn or holding a grudge

You're being so thick-headed, you don’t know how to forgive!

Masyado naman kang makapal, hindi ka naman marunong magpatawad!

deep or full of feelings

That's how sis is, she has a big heart, that's why many admire her.

Ganyan si ate, makapal ang puso niya, kaya maraming humahanga sa kanya.