Sumalapid (en. Approach)
su-ma-la-pid
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To approach or come near to a person or thing.
He approached his teacher to ask for help.
Sumalapid siya sa kanyang guro upang humingi ng tulong.
To go towards or come near to an event or situation.
We approached the school activities.
Sumalapid kami sa mga aktibidad ng paaralan.
To reach out or communicate with a person.
He approached his friend to discuss the project.
Sumalapid siya sa kanyang kaibigan upang pag-usapan ang proyekto.
Common Phrases and Expressions
approach to someone
to approach a person for a purpose
sumalapid kay
Related Words
lapid
The word 'lapid' refers to having a relation or coming near.
lapid
salin
Refers to the translation or transfer from one place to another.
salin
Slang Meanings
Tried to make up for the situation.
He tried to make up for the exam, but nothing happened.
Sumalapid siya sa exam, pero wala rin namang nangyari.
Attempted to back out or run away from a fight or argument.
Because of fear, he backed out and just left.
Dahil sa sobrang takot, sumalapid siya at umalis na lang.
Making an effort to have a better situation.
He made an effort to correct his mistakes and has changed.
Sumalapid siya sa kanyang mga pagkakamali at nagbago na.