Tumagpas (en. To surpass)
/tuˈmaɡpas/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
Surpassing a specific level or limit.
He surpassed his previous record in running.
Tumagpas siya sa kanyang nakaraang talaan sa takbuhan.
Achieved or reached beyond expectations.
The company's earnings surpassed their forecasts.
Tumagpas ang kita ng kumpanya sa kanilang mga hula.
Attained something beyond the ordinary.
He surpassed the standards of his colleagues.
Tumagpas siya sa mga pamantayan ng kanyang mga kasamahan.
Etymology
derived from the word 'tagpas' which means to cut off or destroy.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Surpassed expectations
Achieved more than expected results.
Tumagpas sa mga inaasahan
His performance surpassed
His performance was better than previous presentations.
Tumagpas ang kanyang performance
Related Words
cut
Easier cutting or destruction of something.
tagpas
own
Related to one's own ability or level.
sariling
Slang Meanings
to dance or move in a joyful or entertaining way
I danced in front of my friends while listening to music.
Tumagpas ako sa harap ng barkada habang nakikinig sa music.
to pass by suddenly or quickly
The jeep passed by the corner, so I couldn't catch it.
Tumagpas yung jeep sa kanto, kaya hindi ko inabot.