Umupa (en. To rent)
u-mu-pa
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of renting or leasing a place or space.
We rented an apartment in the city.
Umupa kami ng apartment sa lungsod.
The act of securing a service or equipment by payment.
He rented a vehicle for their trip.
Umupa siya ng sasakyan para sa kanilang biyahe.
Acquiring something along with an agreement of use.
We rented a projector for the presentation.
Umupa kami ng projector para sa presentasyon.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to rent a house
to acquire a house as a temporary residence through an agreement with the owner.
umupa ng bahay
to rent a vehicle
to acquire a vehicle for temporary use.
umupa ng sasakyan
Related Words
rent
The amount of money paid for renting a place or equipment.
upa
lessor
A person or entity that offers something for rent.
nag-uupa
Slang Meanings
to rest or take a seat for a while
I'll just sit here, I've been walking for too long.
Dito na lang ako umupo, tagal ng lakad ko.
to assist someone or a group
He sat with me to help with the project.
Umupa siya sa akin sa paggawa ng project.
to be introverted or quiet
Just sit there, there’s no one to talk to anyway.
Umupa ka lang d'yan, wala namang makakausap.