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    Mapangupasala (en. Suppressing)

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    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    Refers to a person's behavior or character that lacks sincerity or genuine recognition.
    His suppressing behavior caused doubt among his friends.
    Ang kanyang mapangupasala na asal ay nagdulot ng pagdududa sa kanyang mga kaibigan.
    Indicates actions that attempt to prevent or obstruct the truth.
    The suppressing methods of the company worsened the reputation issue.
    Ang mapangupasala na pamamaraan ng kumpanya ay nagpalala sa problema sa reputasyon.
    Related to the denial or opposition to truths or evidence.
    The suppressing statement was not accepted by legislators.
    Ang mapangupasala na pahayag ay hindi tinanggap ng mga mambabatas.

    Etymology

    from 'mang' and 'upasala' referring to obstructing or suppressing recognition.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    suppressing the truth
    Obstructing or hindering the truth.
    mapangupasala sa katotohanan

    Related Words

    lack
    The state of deficiency or misalignment with expectations.
    pagkukulang
    suppression
    The act of restraining or suppressing something.
    pagpipigil

    Slang Meanings

    looking greedy
    The dish looks great, but there are some greedy-looking people at the table!
    Ang ganda ng ulam, pero may mga mapangupasala na mukhang matakaw sa mesa!
    tight-fisted
    Sometimes, greedy ones are like tight-fisted people at a buffet; you can't get in!
    Minsan, ang mga mapangupasala ay parang masikip na bibig sa buffet, hindi ka na makapasok!
    short on luck
    Even if I don't want to be called that, you know I'm greedy, and I’m short on luck too.
    Kahit ayaw ko ng tawagin, alam mo namang mapangupasala ako, at kapos pa nga sa alas.