Napapaiba (en. Changing)

/na.pa.pa.'i.ba/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A form of verb that indicates change or transition from one state to another.
His behavior changes with each passing year.
Napapaiba ang kanyang ugali sa bawat salin ng taon.
Expresses progress or change in something.
The color of the sky changes every twilight.
Napapaiba ang kulay ng langit tuwing dapit-hapon.
Refers to the transition from one form to another.
The project's form changes as modifications continue.
Napapaiba ang anyo ng proyekto habang patuloy ang mga pagbabago.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'iba', meaning 'to change' or 'different'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the system is changing
the system is adapting to new conditions.
napapaiba ang sistema

Related Words

different
Different means not the same or distinct.
iba
change
Refers to the process that occurs when there is a difference or change.
pagbabago

Slang Meanings

going through tough times or feeling down
It looks like Tom's mood is changing, he seems to be going through something.
Mukhang napapaiba ang mood ni Tom, parang may pinagdadaanan.
losing interest or motivation
He said he’s changing at work, like he can’t take it anymore.
Sabi niya, napapaiba na siya sa trabaho, parang di na niya kaya.
changing behavior
Ana seems to be changing, she's not like she used to be.
Parang napapaiba na si Ana, di na siya katulad ng dati.