Sugpuin (en. To suppress)
soog-poo-in
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To stop or halt something that is ongoing.
Suppress the spread of misinformation.
Sugpuin ang pagkalat ng maling impormasyon.
To prevent a person or group from acting.
Suppress the rebels in their actions.
Sugpuin ang mga rebelde sa kanilang pagkilos.
To take action to prevent something undesirable.
Suppress activities that harm the environment.
Sugpuin ang mga aktibidad na nakakasira sa kalikasan.
Etymology
Tagalog
Common Phrases and Expressions
suppress crime
Prevent or obstruct illegal activities.
sugpuin ang krimen
suppress evil
Obstruct evil deeds or intentions.
sugpuin ang kasamaan
Related Words
suppression
The act of stopping or obstructing something.
pagsugpo
suppress
The root form of the word sugpuin meaning to prevent.
sugpo
Slang Meanings
To eat a lot or delicious food.
We indulged in lechon at the gathering!
Nag-sugpuin kami ng lechon sa handaan!
To dive in or enjoy something.
Just indulge in the fun at the birthday party!
Sugpuin mo na lang yung saya sa birthday party!