manghipo
The Tagalog verb for 'to grope' is manghipo.
manghipo is used to describe the act of touching someone closely and sexually.
Meaning: to touch closely and sexually (verb)
Did you know?
- While manghipo is a derogatory term for the act, the word hipon looks similar but actually means 'shrimp' in Tagalog.
- In Philippine legal contexts, manghipo falls under the broader category of acts of lasciviousness, which can be prosecuted even without physical force.
- The root word hipo also means 'to touch' in a general or medical sense, but the prefix mang- transforms it into an intentional, often predatory act.
Example conversation
Jasmine is telling Juan about a bad experience she had.
- JasmineJuan, may nagtangkang manghipo sa akin kanina.Juan, someone tried to grope me earlier.
- JuanAno? Saan nangyari iyon?What? Where did that happen?
- JasmineSa palengke, pero nakatakas ako agad.At the market, but I escaped immediately.
- JuanButi na lang at ligtas ka, Jasmine.It's a good thing you are safe, Jasmine.
