madaling lapitan
The English word "approachable" is translated to Tagalog as madaling lapitan.
Madaling lapitan is an adjective used to describe someone who is easy to talk to.
Meaning: easy to talk to (adj)
What does it mean word for word?
The phrase is composed of madali (easy), the linker -ng (connecting the adjective to the verb) and lapitan (to approach someone).
Did you know?
- In Philippine politics, a leader who is not madaling lapitan risks losing their 'masa', a term referring to the common people or the grassroots base.
- If you wish to describe someone who is approachable specifically because they lack arrogance, you can use mababang-loob. This phrase literally translates to 'lowly in heart', equating approachability with humility.
- A person described as madaling lapitan is often praised for their pakikisama. This is a complex Filipino cultural value centered on the art of adjusting one's behavior to maintain social harmony within a group.
Examples in context
- Ang bago kong kaibigan ay tunay na madaling lapitan.My new friend is genuinely approachable.
- Ang boss namin ay madaling lapitan.Our boss is approachable.
- Madaling lapitan ang bagong boss namin.Our new boss is easy to talk to.
- Gusto ng mga estudyante ang guro na madaling lapitan.The students like the teacher who is easy to talk to.
- Siya ay isang lider na madaling lapitan.She is a leader who is easy to talk to.
Example conversation
Mark and Jasmine are talking about their new colleague at work.
- MarkKamusta ang bagong kasamahan natin?How is our new colleague?
- JasmineNapakaayos niya at madaling lapitan.She is very nice and easy to talk to.
- MarkMabuti naman kung ganun.That is good to hear, then.
- JasmineOo, hindi siya nakakatakot kausapin.Yes, she is not intimidating to talk to.
