Sumipi (en. To approach)
/suˈmipi/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that means to approach or request.
He approached the teacher to ask about the homework.
Sumipi siya sa guro upang magtanong tungkol sa takdang aralin.
To call or interact with someone.
He called his friend before leaving the house.
Sumipi siya sa kanyang kaibigan bago umalis ng bahay.
Etymology
This originates from the root word 'sipi', which means to talk or call.
Common Phrases and Expressions
approach him/her
to go near or socialize with him/her
sumipi sa kanya
Related Words
sipi
A root word that refers to talking or calling.
sipi
Slang Meanings
To borrow or lend money
He borrowed from me to buy a new cellphone.
Nag-sumipi siya sa akin para makabili ng bagong cellphone.
To line up or wait in a place
We lined up in front of the cinema for the premiere.
Sumipi kami sa harap ng sinehan para sa premier.