Maupo (en. To sit)

mau-po

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that shows the act of a person or thing.
Sit next to the table.
Maupo ka sa tabi ng mesa.
Bringing the body to rest on a flat surface.
He cannot sit properly on the small bench.
Hindi siya maupo ng maayos sa maliit na bangko.
The act of resting in a sitting position.
Let’s sit down and talk.
Maupo na tayo at mag-usap.

Etymology

The word 'maupo' originates from the root word 'upo'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sit down and listen
Settle down and pay attention to what is being said.
Maupo at makinig

Related Words

sit
The act of taking or being in a seated position.
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Slang Meanings

To sit or take a break
Just sit there while we wait.
Maupo ka na lang d'yan habang nag-aantay tayo.
To relax or chill
Let's sit down and chill!
Maupo na tayo at mag chill!
To feel comfortable
Sit here, it's more comfortable here.
Maupo ka dito, mas komportable dito.