Umampias (en. To rest or lean against)

/uˈmampias/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of leaning or climbing on something to rest.
He leaned against the wall while resting.
Umampias siya sa dingding habang nagpapahinga.
A form of action describing the need to lean on.
Lean on the table while studying.
Umampias ka sa mesa habang nag-aaral.
Raising or leaning on a higher place using one's own body.
He leaned on a tall rock to see the view.
Umampias siya sa mataas na bato upang makita ang tanawin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lean against the wall
to lean on the wall
umampias sa pader

Related Words

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Root word meaning a form of leaning or climbing.
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Slang Meanings

To be in a relationship
They just started dating yesterday.
Nag-umpisahan na silang umampias kahapon.
To play with fire
Don't get involved with your ex, you're just playing with fire.
Huwag kang umampias sa dating ex mo, maglalaro ka lang ng apoy.
Fell in love
She's in love again, it's so cute!
Naka-umpias na naman siya, nakakakilig!