Pakapitin (en. To hold)

/pɑ.kɑ.pɪ.tin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that describes acceptance or handling.
You need to approach the door so it doesn't open.
Kailangan mong pakapitin ang pinto upang ito ay hindi bumukas.
The act of handling or guiding to something.
Approach your belongings while walking.
Pakapitin mo ang iyong mga gamit habang naglalakad.
Used to express the action of supporting or helping.
We must approach each other in times of hardship.
Dapat nating pakapitin ang bawat isa sa mga panahon ng hirap.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'kapit' which means to hold or grasp.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hold on to every question
to grasp or support every question being asked
pakapit sa bawat tanong

Related Words

hold
A verb meaning to grasp or cling.
kapit
grasp
A noun referring to the act of holding something.
hawak

Slang Meanings

to be strong
You need to be strong to overcome your challenges.
Dapat kang pakapitin para malampasan ang mga pagsubok mo.
to endure
Just endure that, the right time will come.
Pakapitin mo na lang 'yan, darating din ang tamang panahon.
don't give up
Just hold on to your dreams, don't give up!
Pakapitin ka lang sa mga pangarap mo, huwag kang susuko!