Manghipo (en. To touch)

maŋ-hi-po

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Action of touching or tapping an object or person.
Touch carefully to get the correct measurement.
Manghipo ka ng mabuti para makuha ang tamang sukat.
To perform an action by having physical contact with a person or object.
Avoid touching things that do not belong to you.
Iwasan mong manghipo ng mga bagay na hindi mo pagmamay-ari.
To cause awareness or feelings through physical interaction.
Touch to express help to make them feel valued.
Manghipo ng tulong upang maiparamdam sa kanila na sila ay pinahahalagahan.

Etymology

from the root word 'hipo'

Common Phrases and Expressions

To touch with love
Showing affection or love through physical contact.
Manghipo ng pag-ibig

Related Words

to touch
The act of brushing or tapping on an object or a person.
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Slang Meanings

To flirt or joke around behind someone else's back.
When I saw them walking, I suddenly decided to prank them to make them laugh.
Nang makita kong naglalakad sila, bigla na lang akong manghipo sa kanila para magpatawa.
To be teasing or rude in behavior.
Don't flirt with people, that's embarrassing!
Huwag kang manghipo sa mga tao, nakakahiya yun!
To succeed in getting others' attention.
You're really good at attracting attention, everyone notices you!
Ang galing mo talaga manghipo, lahat sila napapansin ka!