From root: rupok
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
rumupok
ru-mu-POK
became fragile
Present (Incomplete)
rumurupok
ru-mu-ru-POK
is becoming fragile
Future (Contemplated)
rurupok
ru-ru-POK
will become fragile
Usage Note
Rumupok is used to describe something becoming physically fragile, but it is more frequently used in modern slang to describe someone 'giving in' or becoming emotionally weak, especially in romantic contexts. It is often used humorously when a person finds themselves falling for someone again despite knowing better.
Examples
" Huwag mong hayaang rumupok ang upuan. "
Natural Translation
Don't let the chair become fragile.
Literal Translation
Don't you let become-fragile the chair.
" Ayaw niyang rumupok ang kahon. "
Natural Translation
She doesn't want the box to become fragile.
Literal Translation
Dislike she become-fragile the box.
" Akala ko matatag na ako, pero rumupok din ako nang makita ko ulit ang dati kong kasintahan. "
Natural Translation
I thought I was finally strong, but I gave in again the moment I saw my ex.
Literal Translation
Thought I strong already I, but became-fragile also I when saw I again the former my sweetheart.
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