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.