Masagupa (en. To be hit)

/ma.sá.gu.pa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To hit or collide with something or someone.
The vehicle was hit by a large rock.
Ang sasakyan ay masagupa ng isang malaking bato.
To cause an accident or collision.
Motorists often collide with obstacles on the road.
Madalas masagupa ng mga motorista ang mga hadlang sa daan.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'gupa' meaning 'to strike' or 'to run over.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

hit by a vehicle
involved in an accident or collided with a vehicle.
masagupa ng sasakyan

Related Words

gupa
A root meaning to strike or collide.
gupa

Slang Meanings

fast or vigorous running
His fast pace in basketball always gets him noticed.
Ang bilis ng masagupa niya sa basketball kaya lagi siyang napapansin.
discussed or brought up in conversation
The news in the village is always discussed during their meetings.
Laging masagupa ang mga balita sa barangay sa kanilang meeting.