Hanapin
to shift
01
ililipat, ilipat
to move from a particular place or position to another
Intransitive: to shift | to shift somewhere
Example
As the storm approached, residents were advised to shift to higher ground.
The cat lazily shifted from the sunny spot on the windowsill to the cooler shade beneath the table.
The tectonic plates slowly shift over time, causing geological changes and earthquakes.
02
magbago, lumipat
to change one's opinion, idea, attitude, or plan
Transitive: to shift one's opinion or standpoint [adj]
Example
After hearing the compelling arguments, she decided to shift her opinion on the controversial issue.
The team members discussed the project and agreed to shift their approach to meet the evolving needs of the client.
After attending the seminar, she shifted her perspective on the benefits of incorporating technology into educational practices.
03
umalis, lumipat
(of wind) to move to a different direction
Intransitive: to shift | to shift to a direction
Example
As the storm approached, the wind began to shift, making sailing conditions more challenging.
The forecast predicted that the wind would shift to the northwest later in the day.
The wind started to shift from the south to the east as the day progressed.
04
ilipat, baguhin
to move or alter the location, arrangement, or orientation of something
Transitive: to shift sth
Example
The office decided to shift the desks to create a more collaborative workspace.
It was necessary to shift the furniture in the room to accommodate the new bookshelves.
To optimize the sunlight exposure, the gardener needed to shift the potted plants to different locations on the balcony.
05
ilipat, gumalaw
to move or adjust one's body from one position to another
Intransitive
Example
To get a better angle for the photograph, the photographer had to shift and crouch down slightly.
As the movie progressed, the audience would occasionally shift in their seats to get a better view of the screen.
The children were fidgety during the long car ride and would frequently shift in their seats.
06
palitan, ilipat
to substitute or replace one thing with another
Transitive: to shift sth
Example
The company shifted its vehicle fleet from predominantly gas-powered to electric.
The company shifted its software platform, moving from a traditional system to a cloud-based solution.
The company decided to shift its product line, discontinuing older models and replacing them with more innovative alternatives.
07
lumipat, magbago
(of a policy, point of view, or situation) to become something different
Intransitive
Example
Over the years, public opinion on the issue of climate change has gradually shifted.
The political landscape can shift rapidly during an election season.
The economic climate shifted dramatically, forcing businesses to reconsider their operational models.
08
magbago, lumipat
to change the gear or transmission mode in a vehicle
Intransitive: to shift into higher or lower gear
Example
As they approached the hill, the driver had to shift into a lower gear to maintain a steady ascent.
Before entering the highway, the driver decided to shift into a higher gear for smoother acceleration.
In preparation for the highway merge, the driver made a conscious decision to shift into a higher gear.
09
magbago, gumalaw
to undergo a systematic phonetic change in language over a period of time
Intransitive
Example
Historical phonetics studies how speech sounds shift over time, shedding light on the intricate patterns of language change.
The vowel system in the dialect slowly shifted as a result of historical linguistic influences.
Linguists study how vowels and consonants shift over generations, revealing insights into the phonetic evolution of a language.
10
i-shift, ilipat
to activate or engage the shift key on a keyboard
Intransitive
Example
To type the capital letter " A, " you need to shift and press the corresponding key on the keyboard.
The programmer had to constantly shift to enter special characters and symbols required in the code.
To create a new line or paragraph in the document, you can simply press Enter without needing to shift.
11
ilipat, lumipat
to move or change position swiftly and suddenly
Intransitive
Example
The sudden gust of wind caused the umbrella to shift and nearly fly out of her hands.
In response to the emergency alarm, the crowd shifted towards the exits.
When the door slammed shut, the papers on the desk shifted and scattered across the room.
Shift
01
buwas, iskedyul ng trabaho
the period of time when a group of people work during the day or night
Example
After a long night shift, she was tired and went straight to bed.
My work shift starts at 6 AM and ends at 2 PM.
The factory operates in three shifts to keep production going 24 hours.
1.1
pagsasalin, buwis
a group of workers scheduled to work during a specific period of time
Example
The night shift always manages to complete their tasks efficiently.
The morning shift reported several issues with the new equipment.
The weekend shift received a bonus for their hard work.
02
sando, dyaket
a simple and loose-fitting dress that hangs straight down from the shoulders and does not have a waistline
What is a "shift"?
A shift is a type of dress that hangs loosely from the shoulders and has a straight or slightly fitted silhouette. It is typically made of lightweight and flowing fabrics, such as cotton or silk, and is known for its simplicity and versatility. The dress originated in the 1920s as a fashionable alternative to the more restrictive and heavily embellished styles of the time. Shifts often have minimal or no ornamentation, and they can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. They are a staple of many women's wardrobes and can be worn for a range of events, from casual outings to formal occasions when paired with the right accessories.
Example
She wore a comfortable shift to the casual summer party.
The designer 's collection featured an elegant silk shift.
A linen shift is perfect for staying cool on a hot day.
03
paglipat, pagbagal
an event in which something is displaced without rotation
04
pagbabago, paglipat
a significant change in the nature or quality of something
Example
The policy shift improved the company's working conditions.
There was a noticeable shift in the public's attitude towards environmental issues.
The cultural shift in the community was evident over the past decade.
05
paglipat, pagbabago
the act of moving something from one position or condition to another
Example
The company planned the shift of its headquarters to a larger building.
The factory workers managed the shift of the production line efficiently.
They coordinated the shift of resources from one project to another.
06
paglipat, pag-shift
the action of changing the position or location of something, typically by moving it from one place to another
Example
Can you shift your chair a bit to the left so I can see the presentation better?
I need to shift these boxes from the warehouse to the loading dock.
07
shift, hibla
a loose-fitting dress hanging straight from the shoulders without a waist
08
susi ng shift, key ng shift
the key on a typewriter or keyboard that changes lowercase letters to uppercase and provides access to special characters
Example
She used the shift key to type the capital letters in her name.
Press the shift key to insert the symbol above the number.
To type a question mark, hold down the shift key and press the slash key.
09
pag-aalis, paggalaw
a fracture in the earth's crust caused by the movement of one side relative to the other
Example
The earthquake caused a significant shift in the fault line.
Geologists examined the shift to understand the region's seismic activity.
The shift in the earth's crust resulted in the formation of a new valley.
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