Sumupil (en. To lean)

su-mupil

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To ascend or perch on something at an angle or position.
He leaned on his friend's shoulder while chatting.
Sumupil siya sa balikat ng kanyang kaibigan habang nagkukuwentuhan.
To exert a heavy or oppressive action on something.
The wind leaned on the leaves of the tree.
Sumupil ang hangin sa mga dahon ng puno.
To be steady or hold on to something.
He leaned against the wall while practicing.
Sumupil siya sa pader habang nag-eensayo.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

to lean in a corner
to lean against a corner or wall
sumupil sa kanto

Related Words

supporting
The act of supporting or assisting.
sumusuporta

Slang Meanings

Spy or schemer, often used when someone is cheating or deceiving.
I hope you don't make your best friend a spy, because many have already been hurt by the rumors he's spreading.
Sana wag mo nang gawing sumupil ang bestfriend mo, kasi ang dami nang nasaktan sa mga balitang sinasabi niya.
To instigate or stir trouble.
Why do you seem to be instigating them? There's nothing to argue about.
Bakit parang sumupil ka sa kanila? Wala namang dapat pagtalunan.