From root: upa
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
umupa
u-mu-PA
rented
Present (Incomplete)
umuupa
u-mu-U-pa
renting
Future (Contemplated)
uupa
u-U-pa
will rent
Usage Note
Umupa is used when a person acts as the renter or tenant, typically in the context of paying for the temporary use of a house, room, or land. It focuses on the actor initiating the rental, whereas the term 'mag-arkila' is often preferred for renting vehicles or equipment.
Examples
" Gusto kong umupa ng kotse. "
Natural Translation
I want to rent a car.
Literal Translation
Want I rent of car.
" Siya ay umupa ng apartment. "
Natural Translation
He/She rented an apartment.
Literal Translation
He/She is to rent apartment.
" Nagpasya silang umupa ng mas maliit na bahay habang nag-iipon para sa sarili nilang pabahay. "
Natural Translation
They decided to rent a smaller house while saving up for their own home.
Literal Translation
Decided they rent of more small house while saving for self their housing.
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