Makupi (en. To be naughty)

ma-ku-pi

Synonyms

Quick recovery or rebound from a situation

He'll just makupi, because he doesn't want to dwell too much on the problem.

Makupi na lang siya, kasi ayaw niyang masyadong malugmok sa problema.

Silent but suspected of being manipulated

He seems makupi this morning, going through something else.

Parang makupi siya ngayong umaga, may ibang pinagdadaanan.

Trying to stay positive despite difficulties

Even though he's going through tough times, he’s always makupi at school.

Kahit pinagdadaanan lagi siyang makupi sa school.