Pahulagpusin (en. Let go)

/pahulɨgˈpusin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The ability to release or release an object or person from the grip or bond.
We need to cut down on failed projects.
Kailangan nating pahulagpusin ang mga nabigong proyekto.
The cessation or allowing something to disappear or out of control.
We must consume false memories to continue living.
Dapat natin pahulagpusin ang mga maling alaala upang magpatuloy sa buhay.
The act of evacuating or eliminating any obstacles or obstacle.
Moving your home will help to ease stress.
Ang paglipat ng iyong bahay ay makakatulong upang pahulagpusin ang stress.

Etymology

From the root words 'hulog' (to fall) and 'gapos' (to bind).

Common Phrases and Expressions

let go of memories
Release past and negative experiences.
pahulagpusin ang mga alaala
let go of fear
Release fear or anxiety.
pahulagpusin ang takot

Related Words

fall
The action of dropping or landing of something.
hulog
bind
The state of being restricted or held.
gapos

Slang Meanings

a smile or digging into conversations that are pointless
You're doing a lot of pahulagpusin in conversations, it's all pointless!
Ang dami mong pahulagpusin sa mga usapan, walang kabuluhan!
teasing or joking with friends
You don't need to pahulagpusin anymore, I'm getting excited!
Di mo na kailangan ng pahulagpusin, nag-iinit na ako sa pananabik!
to act silly or pretend in a conversation
As long as there's some pahulagpusin, I'm happy!
Basta may pahulagpusin, masaya na ako!