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    Sakupin (en. To seize)

    /saˈku.pɪn/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of seizing or taking control of something or a place.
    The army will seize the city to achieve victory.
    Sakupin ng hukbo ang lungsod upang makamit ang tagumpay.
    Taking on responsibilities or obligations from another person.
    He will take on the duties while his colleague is absent.
    Sakupin niya ang mga tungkulin habang wala ang kanyang kasamahan.
    To encompass or contain something within boundaries.
    The walls encompass all the vehicles within the parking lot.
    Sakupin ng mga pader ang lahat ng mga sasakyan sa loob ng parking lot.

    Etymology

    The word 'sakupin' originates from 'sakop', meaning to encompass or take control.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to conquer the world
    Involvement or seizing power over the entire world.
    sakupin ang mundo
    to capture the heart
    To have love or feelings for someone.
    sakupin ang puso

    Related Words

    area under control
    The place or thing that is under control.
    sakop
    scope
    The extent or boundary of something.
    saklaw

    Slang Meanings

    To occupy or take control of a place.
    Let's take over our new favorite hangout spot in the park.
    Sakupin natin ang bagong paboritong tambayan natin sa park.
    To be part of a group or organization.
    Join the club for gaming enthusiasts.
    Sakupin mo na ang club para sa mga mahihilig sa gaming.
    To intrude or intervene in a situation.
    Don't you want to take over that play they made?
    Ayaw mo bang sakupin yung play na ginawa nila?