Paglalapa (en. Trampling)

/paɡ.laˈla.pa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An action of walking or passing over something by pressing down with the feet.
The trampling of boots on the ground made a noise.
Ang paglalapa ng mga bota sa lupa ay nagdulot ng ingay.
The act of approaching a thing or situation.
The approach to his worries gave him peace of mind.
Ang paglalapa sa kanyang mga alalahanin ay nagbigay sa kanya ng kapanatagan.

Etymology

derived from the root 'lapa' meaning 'to approach'

Common Phrases and Expressions

trampling on the ground
the action of walking or passing over the ground.
paglalapa sa lupa

Related Words

step
A term describing the act of approaching or touching.
lapa

Slang Meanings

Having fun or escaping from problems.
After a heavy workload, we enjoyed some paglalapa at the beach.
Pagkatapos ng matinding gawain, nag-paglalapa kami sa beach.
As a symbol of joy or leisure.
During festivals, there are always a lot of paglalapa happening in the streets.
Sa mga piyesta, laging puno ng paglalapa ang mga tao sa daan.