Makatutop (en. Able to achieve)

/makatuˈtop/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to the ability to achieve something.
This group is able to achieve their goals.
Ang grupong ito ay makatutop sa kanilang mga layunin.
Indicates the possibility or power of a person or thing to achieve a specific outcome.
He needs the right tools to be able to achieve.
Kailangan ng tamang mga kasangkapan upang siya ay maging makatutop.

Etymology

Originating from the root 'tupad', meaning 'to respond' or 'to correspond'

Common Phrases and Expressions

able to finish on time
Ability to complete a task on schedule.
makatutop sa oras
able to achieve goals
Ability to attain expected aspirations or targets.
makatutop sa mga layunin

Related Words

tupad
Refers to the actual response or realization of promises or goals.
tupad
charity
An activity or effort aimed at helping others, related to the ability to achieve.
kawanggawa

Slang Meanings

to be foolish or used by others
There are so many fools around, that's why anyone gets ignored.
Ang dami na kasing makatutop, kaya kahit sino ay pinapansin na lang.
to be stumped or run out of ideas
I feel so out of it because I don't know what to say in the report.
Parang makatutop ako dahil hindi ko na alam ang sasabihin ko sa report.
confused or having a hard time
My mind is all jumbled during the long exam, it feels like I'm running out of time.
Makatutop ang isip ko sa haba ng exam, para akong mauubusan ng oras.