Sapin (en. Layer)

sah-peen

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A title or part of an object placed on top of another.
There are three layers of paint on the wall.
May tatlong sapin ng pintura sa dingding.
A layered or characteristic part of a structure.
The layer of soil is harder beneath.
Ang sapin ng lupa ay mas matigas sa ibaba.
Refers to the structure or arrangement of a system.
The layer of the transportation system is complex.
Ang sapin ng sistema ng transportasyon ay kumplikado.

Etymology

Related to the Spanish 'zapín'

Common Phrases and Expressions

several layers
ilang sapin ng isang bagay
ilang sapin

Related Words

layer
An additional layer on top of another object.
patong
stratum
A layer or level typically used in structural projects.
buwelo

Slang Meanings

Because it's too much, it's all over the place.
The clutter in the room is like a crocodile's mouth!
Ang sapin sa kwarto, parang bibig ng buwaya!
To hang out or feel resentful.
He doesn't want to hang out, he says he's too dumb!
Ayaw niya makipagsapin, masyado raw siyang tatanga-tanga!
Expensive or pricey; not affordable.
Wow, that was so pricey! 600 pesos for one outfit!
Grabe, sobrang sapin noon! P600 isang damit!
A waste; a big disappointment.
My laptop is such a waste, it hasn't been working for so long.
Ang sapin ng laptop ko, sobrang tagal na hindi gumagana.