From root: sipit
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagsipit
nag-si-PIT
used a clip
Present (Incomplete)
nagsisipit
nag-si-si-PIT
using a clip
Future (Contemplated)
magsisipit
mag-si-si-PIT
will use a clip
Usage Note
Magsipit is used when an individual performs the action of using a clip, most commonly referring to pinning laundry on a line or using tongs to pick up items. This verb focuses on the person doing the clipping rather than the object being clipped.
Examples
" Magsisipit ako ng labada. "
Natural Translation
I will clip up the laundry.
Literal Translation
Will-clip I of laundry.
" Gusto kong magsipit ng buhok ko. "
Natural Translation
I want to use a clip on my hair.
Literal Translation
Want I use-a-clip of hair my.
" Bago umulan, nagmamadali kaming magsipit ng damit sa sampayan habang malakas ang hangin. "
Natural Translation
Before it rains, we hurry to clip the clothes on the line while the wind is strong.
Literal Translation
Before rain, hurrying we clip of clothes on clothesline while strong the wind.
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