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    Umupat (en. To prop up)

    u-mu-pat

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    To do something to ensure it lasts or becomes stable.
    He propped up the wood to support the house.
    Umupat siya ng kahoy upang suportahan ang bahay.
    Arranging or fixing something to prevent it from falling or breaking.
    He propped up the books against the wall to prevent them from falling.
    Umupat siya ng mga libro sa pader para hindi matumba.
    Providing support or help in a situation.
    He propped up his friend who was feeling down with some money.
    Umupat siya ng pera sa kanyang kaibigan na nalulumbay.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to prop up registration
    To provide support or assistance in the registration process.
    umupat ng rehistrasyon
    to prop up a proposal
    To support a suggestion or plan.
    umupat ng panukala

    Related Words

    four
    The number four, which can be used to count items.
    upat

    Slang Meanings

    pretended
    You pretended again, thinking you're someone important!
    Umupat ka na naman, akala mo kung sino ka!
    acting like you know something
    Don't pretend like you're an expert in the conversation, you don't even know what you're talking about!
    Huwag kang umupat na parang expert ka sa usapan, hindi ka naman marunong!
    trying to impress
    Why does he seem to act like someone important in front of new acquaintances?
    Bakit parang umupat siya sa harap ng mga bagong kakilala?