Sapinsapaa (en. Step)

/səˈpɪn səˈpɑː/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A part of the body located under the foot used for walking.

The foot is essential for our movement.

Ang sapinsapaa ay mahalaga sa ating paggalaw.

An object that supports the body when standing or sitting.

A good foot support is necessary for proper posture.

Kailangan ng magandang sapinsapaa para sa tamang postura.

Root words: sapin + sapa

lift the foot

This means to raise the foot.

mag-angat ng sapinsapaa

heel

Forms the back of the foot.

halos

A teasing or competition in heightening one's status or performance in a task or situation.

My friends were really sapinsapaa when we competed in playing basketball.

Sobrang sapinsapaa ng mga kaibigan ko nang nagcompete kami sa paglalaro ng basketball.

Joining in conversations or contests even if not a participant.

Oh, she's always sapinsapaa in gossip even if she isn't part of the discussion.

Naku, lagi siyang sapinsapaa sa mga tsismis kahit di naman siya kasali sa kwentuhan.

Gossip or baseless claims that people make.

Don't believe the sapinsapaa, they just like to show off.

Huwag kang maniwala sa sapinsapaa, masyado lang silang mahilig magpakilala.