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    Rupike (en. Rupee)

    /ˈrupɪke/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A unit of currency used in some Asian countries.
    The price of the book is three rupees.
    Ang presyo ng libro ay tatlong rupike.
    A part of a larger financial transaction.
    He bought a privilege for five rupees.
    Bumili siya ng pribilehiyo sa halagang limang rupike.

    Etymology

    From the Spanish word 'rupee' referring to a type of currency.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    worth a rupee
    refers to something that costs a rupee.
    may halaga ng rupike

    Related Words

    rupee
    This term refers to similar units of currency in other countries.
    rupee

    Slang Meanings

    Like someone who is always eager to explain or clarify.
    He always acts 'rupike', like he’s someone important.
    Siya lagi nalang nagpapa-‘rupike’, akala mo kung sino na.
    Like offering help but expecting something in return.
    That’s why, don’t let Gerald fool you, he might just be 'rupike'.
    Kaya nga, huwag kang magpaloko kay Gerald, baka ‘rupike’ lang yan.