Nagaapoy (en. Burning)

na-ga-a-po-y

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action showing fire or burning.
The woods in the forest quickly became burning after a lengthy drought.
Ang mga kahoy sa gubat ay kaikli na naging nagaapoy matapos ang mahahabang tagtuyot.
An action describing high temperature causing combustion.
Proper precautions are needed when the appliances are burning in the kitchen.
Kailangan ng tamang pag-iingat kapag ang mga kagamitan ay nagaapoy sa kusina.
A state where something is engulfed in fire.
The wreckage of the vehicle was burning after the incident.
Ang mga labi ng sasakyan ay nagaapoy matapos ang insidente.

Etymology

from the root word 'fire'

Common Phrases and Expressions

the heart is burning
It means there are intense feelings or desires.
nagaapoy ang puso

Related Words

fire
A substance that produces heat and light, often resulting from combustion.
apoy
flaming
A word used to describe the presence of fire or the action of representing fire.
nagliliyab

Slang Meanings

Has a unique level of energy or excitement
Wow, he’s on fire with excitement at the party!
Grabe, nag-aapoy siya sa saya sa party!
In pain or struggling
It's like my feelings are on fire with so much anger!
Parang nag-aapoy ang damdamin ko sa sobrang galit!
In a heightened state of emotion
Because of the chatting, her smile is on fire.
Dahil sa chikahan, nag-aapoy ang ngiti niya.