Sapaw

layer; coat; covering; to cover; to overlapnoun / verb

Alternative meanings

A layer, coat, or covering placed over something else; it can also work as a verb meaning to cover a surface, add a layer on top, or overlap something.

Pronunciation

SAH-pow

Root and affixes

Sapaw can work as a noun for a layer or as a verbal base related to covering, coating, or overlapping.

Variants or conjugations

sapawan; gisapawan; pagsapaw; panapaw

Related words and expressions

cover; lid; skim; surface; skin

Meaning and usage notes

Useful for capa as layer or coat. If capa means a wearable cloak or superhero cape, another word may be needed depending on context.