Matakpan (en. To cover)

/mɐtɐkˈpɐn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To make a way to protect or have a cover.

We need to cover the windows before it rains.

Kailangan nating matakpan ang mga bintana bago umulan.

To cover something.

Food should be covered so that it doesn't spoil.

Dapat matakpan ang pagkain para hindi ito mapanis.

To put a cover or barrier.

Sometimes we also need to cover our emotions.

Minsan kailangan ding matakpan ang ating mga emosyon.

to cover a secret

to hide or protect a secret.

matakpan ang lihim

to cover a smile

to hide or show unhappiness.

matakpan ang ngiti

cover

An item placed to protect or cover something else.

takip

lid

The part used to cover something.

tabon

Purposefully closed off; often used for a person who is too grumpy or has walls around their heart.

It could have been a fun outing, but Allan was matakpan, he didn't join.

Ang saya sana ng gimik, kaso matakpan si Allan, di siya sumama.

Hiding or retreating from situations.

During outings, he's always matakpan, avoids socializing.

Pag may outing, lagi siyang matakpan, ayaw makipag-socialize.

Somewhat reclusive or not sociable person.

That matakpan person really doesn't want to be with us, always has an excuse not to go out.

Ayaw talagang makasama ng matakpan na tao na iyon, laging may dahilan para hindi lumabas.