Tumapak (en. To step)

/tʊˈma.pak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To move with a step or to step on something.
He stepped on the leaves while walking in the forest.
Tumapak siya sa mga dahon habang naglalakad sa kagubatan.
To place a foot on a surface.
He stepped on the floor gently.
Tumapak siya sa sahig nang dahan-dahan.
To reach or move to a specific place or position.
He stepped onto the stage for his performance.
Tumapak siya sa entablado para sa kanyang pagtatanghal.

Etymology

The word 'tumapak' originates from the root word 'tapak' which means to walk or step.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to step on the ground
means to become grounded or to start in a new endeavor.
tumapak sa lupa

Related Words

step
The root word meaning 'step' or 'to step'.
tapak

Slang Meanings

to step or arrive at the right place
He made the right decision in his life.
Tumapak siya sa tamang desisyon sa kanyang buhay.
arrived or reached
I have arrived at their house.
Tumapak na ako sa bahay nila.