Papayapain (en. To pacify)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of bringing peace to a person or group.
We need to pacify the children so that they won't cause noise.
Kailangan nating papayapain ang mga bata upang hindi sila mag-imbita ng ingay.
The process of calming or relieving anger or tension in a situation.
He tried to pacify the situation by speaking calmly.
Sinubukan niyang papayapain ang sitwasyon sa pamamagitan ng pagusap ng mahinahon.
Promoting peace between people.
His aim is to pacify the quarreling friends.
Ang kanyang layunin ay papayapain ang nag-aaway na magkakaibigan.

Etymology

The word 'papayapain' comes from the root word 'payapa,' meaning peaceful or tranquil.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to pacify the issue
To resolve or eliminate misunderstandings in a situation.
papayapain ang isyu

Related Words

peaceful
A condition of tranquility and absence of disturbance.
payapa
peace
The state of community, maintaining tranquility and orderly living.
kapayapaan

Slang Meanings

Calming down anger or irritation.
I'll just let him cool down and let him think.
Papayapain ko na lang siya at hahayaan ko na lang siyang makapag-isip.
Resolving a situation that is chaotic or troubled.
We need to settle the chaos at school so it doesn't happen again.
Kailangan nating papayapain ang gulo sa school para hindi na ulit mangyari.
Removing tension or stress in the environment.
After the match, we try to ease the people around.
Pagkatapos ng laban, sinusubukan naming papayapain ang mga tao sa paligid.