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    Ngumapangapa (en. To humble oneself)

    ŋumapangapa

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An act of respect or humility before an elder.
    He humbled himself in front of his teacher as a sign of respect.
    Ngumapangapa siya sa harap ng kanyang guro bilang tanda ng paggalang.
    Showing respect and obedience to elders.
    We should humble ourselves to the traditions of our culture.
    Dapat tayong ngumapangapa sa mga tradisyon ng ating kultura.
    The act of yielding or accepting knowledge from elders.
    He humbled himself to learn from his grandfather's experiences.
    Ngumapangapa siya upang matuto mula sa karanasan ng kanyang lolo.

    Etymology

    Because of its origin referring to respect towards elders or authority.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to humble oneself before elders
    To prostrate or bow as a sign of respect.
    ngumapangapa sa mga nakatatanda

    Related Words

    respect
    The act of showing esteem towards people, especially those in authority.
    paggalang
    humility
    The quality of not boasting or elevating oneself.
    pagpapakumbaba

    Slang Meanings

    A term for someone who has a natural talent or skill in communicating.
    Sam is a ngumapangapa with his friends, that's why everyone was charmed by him.
    Si Sam ay ngumapangapa sa kanyang mga kaibigan, kaya lahat sila'y nabighani sa kanya.
    A term for someone attentive and eager to help.
    Ngumapangapa are always ready to assist in any task.
    Ang mga ngumapangapa ay laging ready na tumulong sa anumang gawain.
    An adjective that describes a person who is resourceful or creative in their methods.
    He's so ngumapangapa, he manages to fix anything easily.
    Sobrang ngumapangapa siya, kahit anong bagay ay naiaayos niya nang madali.