Tupe (en. Cowardice)
/tu.pɛ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The behavior of being cowardly or afraid.
His cowardice became a hindrance to his dreams.
Ang kanyang tupe ay naging hadlang sa kanyang mga pangarap.
Always belittling oneself because of the fear of making mistakes.
Because of cowardice, he couldn't speak in public.
Dahil sa tupe, hindi siya nakapagsalita sa publiko.
Feeling of degradation of self-confidence based on fear of failure.
Cowardice urged him to think of negative things.
Ang tupe ay nag-udyok sa kanyang mag-isip ng mga negatibong bagay.
Etymology
From Spanish 'tupé'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't be cowardly
Strive and don't be afraid to try things even if there is risk.
huwag maging tupè
he's cowardly in times of trial
Expressed cowardice in times of need.
siya'y tupè sa harap ng pagsubok
Related Words
bravery
The ability to face fear or danger.
katapangan
Slang Meanings
animal that doesn't care about me
You're so tupé, it's like you don't care about what others are saying.
Ang tupe mo, parang wala kang pakialam sa mga sinasabi ng iba.
brave or straightforward
You're so tupé to debate with him knowing you already lost.
Ang tupé mo makipag-debate sa kanya kahit na alam mong talo ka na.
unashamed
Wow, you're really tupé! You're so bold!
Grabe, tupé mo talaga! Sobrang bold mo!