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    Pagsapo (en. Holding)

    /pɐg'sɐpo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The process of grasping or supporting something.
    The child's holding in her mother's arms brings a sense of security.
    Ang pagsapo ng bata sa kanyang ina ay nagdudulot ng pakiramdam ng seguridad.
    The act of holding or lifting something.
    The holding of heavy boxes requires sufficient strength.
    Ang pagsapo ng mabibigat na kahon ay kinakailangan ng sapat na lakas.
    A way of interacting with another person through physical touch.
    Sometimes, holding a person's shoulder shows support.
    Minsan, ang pagsapo sa balikat ng isang tao ay nagpapakita ng suporta.

    Etymology

    Root word: 'sapo' meaning to hold or grasp.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    holding hands
    Grasping another person's hand.
    pagsapo sa kamay
    finger grip
    The act of holding or pinching with fingers.
    pagsapo ng daliri

    Related Words

    hold
    The ability to grasp or support something.
    hawak
    grip
    The action of holding tightly to something.
    kapit

    Slang Meanings

    Gathering or cooperation of people
    The gathering of the youth in the community is so much fun!
    Ang pagsapo ng mga kabataan sa barangay ay sobrang saya!
    Helping each other, often with some fun involved
    Let's all come together for the clean-up drive!
    Sama-sama tayo sa pagsapo para sa clean-up drive!