Manipit (en. To manipulate)

/maˈnipit/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action or movement of a person or thing in a specific way to achieve a goal.
He manipulated information to gain everyone's trust.
Manipit siya ng impormasyon upang makuha ang tiwala ng lahat.
Having control or influence over a person or situation.
Sometimes it's hard to tell how he manipulated the situation.
Minsan ay mahirap malaman kung paano niya na-manipulate ang sitwasyon.

Etymology

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Common Phrases and Expressions

manipulate data
Using data to spread false information.
manipit ng datos

Related Words

manipulation
The process of manipulating or controlling a person, group, or situation.
manipulasyon

Slang Meanings

strange or not normal
You seem strange, you're acting so weird right now.
Parang manipit ka, ang weird mo ngayon.
quick or easy
I don't have time, so let's just make it quick!
Wala akong oras, kaya manipit na lang tayo!
flirty or eye-catching
Wow, your style is so eye-catching right now!
Grabe, ang manipit ng style mo ngayon!