Mangayupapa (en. To be a father)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The term refers to performing duties related to being a father.
He is a father to his children whom he supports.
Siya ay mangayupapa sa kanyang mga anak sa kanyang tinutulungan.
A father has a stance and perspective in the life of his family.
A man should be a responsible father.
Dapat maging responsableng mangayupapa ang isang lalaki.

Common Phrases and Expressions

father to the family
responsible father in the family
mangayupapa sa pamilya

Related Words

father
Used not just to refer to a father but also as a term of respect and affection towards a father figure.
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responsibility
The duty that a father must address for his family.
responsibilidad

Slang Meanings

To eat excessively, usually at gatherings.
Wow, the feast was so much fun! I really went to town on all the food.
Grabe, ang saya ng handaan! Mangayupapa ako sa lahat ng pagkain.
To have fun or enjoy life.
Come on, let's go have a blast at a concert tonight!
Tara na, mangayupapa tayo sa isang concert tonight!
To be happy or carefree.
We should just chill out and have fun at the beach this weekend!
Dapat lang mangayupapa tayo sa beach this weekend!