Masipsip (en. Suck up)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To behave in a way that is excessively flattering or humble to gain someone's favor.
He is being a suck up to his boss to get promoted to manager.
Masipsip siya sa kanyang boss upang makuhang maging manager.
To be diligent or industrious in following the orders or whims of others.
He is a sycophant to the teachers this year.
Masipsip siya sa mga guro nitong taon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
sycophantic student
A student who excessively shows respect or dutifulness to the teacher to gain their sympathy.
masipsip na estudyante
Related Words
toady
A person who excessively flatters or shows deference to the power of others.
sipsip
Slang Meanings
A person who excessively tries to please others to gain favor or position.
Among all the employees, he is really the most sycophantic, that's why he's always promoted.
Sa lahat ng mga empleyado, siya talaga ang pinaka-masipsip kaya laging promoted.
A person who tries hard to befriend or appease others for personal gain.
That sycophant always tags along with the boss for lunch.
Yung masipsip na yan, lagi na lang kasama ng boss sa lunch.
A term recognizing those who like to join in on everything to curry favor.
Because of his sycophantic ways, he's now included in all the business meetings.
Dahil sa pagiging masipsip niya, nakikot na siya sa mga business meetings.