Pumayagpag (en. To consent)

/pumayagpag/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
To accept or agree to a suggestion or proposal.
He consented to his friend's offer to study abroad.
Siya ay pumayagpag sa alok ng kanyang kaibigan na mag-aral sa ibang bansa.
To act in accordance with an agreement.
The group members consented to their plan.
Pumayagpag ang mga miyembro ng grupo sa kanilang plano.

Etymology

From the root word 'ayag' which means to agree or consent, with the addition of the prefix 'pum-' that indicates an action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to agree and help
Agreed and offered assistance.
pumayagpag at tumulong

Related Words

consent
The act of accepting or agreeing to something.
pagsang-ayon

Slang Meanings

To rise in status or standing in life
They've elevated their status ever since they started their business.
Pumayagpag na sila mula nang nagbusiness sila.
Succeeded or progressed in something
He flourished in his career after several years.
Pumayagpag siya sa kanyang career pagkatapos ng ilang taon.
Rose to development or popularity
This band surged in popularity last year.
Pumayagpag ang bandang ito sa nakaraang taon.