Sagipin (en. To rescue)

/saˈɡip.in/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To help or save a person or object from danger.
We need to rescue the people trapped inside the burning building.
Kailangan nating sagipin ang mga tao na naipit sa loob ng nasunog na gusali.
To provide support or help to someone in need.
The volunteers are ready to assist those affected by disaster.
Ang mga boluntaryo ay handang sagipin ang mga nakakaranas ng sakuna.
To save from a difficult situation.
The fishermen tried to rescue their boat from the strong waves.
Sinubukan ng mga mangingisda na sagipin ang kanilang bangka mula sa malalakas na alon.

Etymology

Originates from the root word 'sagip' which means to help or save.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rescue the nation
Save the country from troubles.
sagipin ang bayan
rescue a life
Save a life from danger.
sagipin ang buhay

Related Words

rescue
The base form of the word that means to help or save.
sagip
help
Refers to the support or assistance provided to a person or group.
tulong

Slang Meanings

Help or save someone from a bad situation.
We might need to save him from that trouble.
Baka kailanganin natin siyang sagipin sa gulo.
Rescue or help something that is in trouble.
Save your cellphone already, it's getting soaked in water!
Sagipin mo na 'yang cellphone mo, nababansot na sa tubig!
Be there for friends during tough times.
No one gets left behind, save me!
Walang iwanan, sagipin mo ako!