Ripa (en. Bank)

/ˈri.pa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A bank or shore, part of a river or lake.
We had a picnic on the riverbank.
Nag-picnic kami sa ripa ng ilog.
Place where water meets land, often used for boating or fishing activities.
Many people are fishing on the shore of the lake.
Maraming tao ang nangingisda sa ripa ng lawa.
Specific location of waterways or natural resources.
The bank of the river is teeming with fish and other natural resources.
Ang ripa ng ilog ay puno ng mga isda at iba pang likas na yaman.

Etymology

Originated from Latin 'ripa' meaning 'bank' or 'shore'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

on the bank
beside the water.
sa ripa

Related Words

river
A flowing body of water going to the sea or another body of water.
ilog
lake
A large body of water contained within land.
lawa

Slang Meanings

Friend or buddy group
Let's hang out together, friends!
Sama na tayong magkumpulan, mga ripa!
A person who is close or near to someone
Of course, they're my buddy so we’re always together.
Siyempre, ripa ko na siya kaya laging kami magkasama.
A good acquaintance or friend
Your friend has great vibes.
Ang ganda ng vibes ng ripa mo.