Paharapin (en. To face (someone))

/pahárapin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A word that describes an action where a person is facing another or a situation.
You need to face your problems with courage.
Kailangan mong paharapin ang iyong mga problema nang may tapang.
The act of addressing a person directly in front of them.
The teacher should face the students regarding their mistakes.
Dapat paharapin ng guro ang mga estudyante sa kanilang nagawang pagkakamali.
Conducting a discussion or conversation with a person or group.
It is important to face the issue for a deeper understanding.
Mahalaga ang paharapin ang isyu para sa mas malalim na pang-unawa.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'harap' which means 'face' or 'front', with the prefix 'pa-' indicating action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

face the truth
Confront the realities of the situation.
paharapin ang katotohanan
I will face you
There will be a confrontation or discussion.
haharapin kita

Related Words

face
The part of the body where the face is positioned facing others.
harap
facing
Refers to the direction that is facing a person or object.
paharap

Slang Meanings

Fight back
Don't face the problem, fight against it!
Huwag kang magpaharapin sa problema, labanan mo 'yan!
Face it with courage
Face him boldly, you shouldn't be afraid.
Paharapin mo siya ng may tapang, hindi ka dapat matakot.
Forget the fear
There's no place for fear, so face the challenge head-on.
Walang lugar ang takot, kaya paharapin mo na ang hamon.
Come on, just confront it
When there's a problem, just face it, come on.
Kapag may problema, paharapin mo na lang, sige na.