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pilfer in Tagalog

mangupit

UK/ˈpɪl.fə//ˈpɪl.fɚ/

pilfer in Tagalog: mangupit, kumupit. In English, pilfer means to steal in small quantities, or articles of small value; to practise petty theft.

Tagalog words for pilfer

to steal in small quantities
mangupit, kumupit

English meaning of pilfer

  1. verb To steal in small quantities, or articles of small value; to practise petty theft.

Full definition of pilfer

pilfer in a sentence

  • The boy tried to pilfer sweets from the shop.
  • Office supplies often get pilfered by employees.

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Questions about pilfer in Tagalog

What is the meaning of pilfer in Tagalog?
Pilfer in Tagalog is mangupit, kumupit.
Ano ang pilfer sa Tagalog?
Pilfer: mangupit, kumupit.
What does pilfer mean in English?
Pilfer means to steal in small quantities, or articles of small value; to practise petty theft.

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