Damak (en. To nip or pinch)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To pinch the skin of a person or object.
The nip of her finger caused pain to the child.
Ang damak ng kanyang daliri ay nagbigay ng sakit sa bata.
To carve or uncover a piece of skin or flesh.
The pinch of her nails on the leaves left a mark.
Ang damak ng kanyang kuko sa mga dahon ay nag-iwan ng marka.
An action expressing invitation or care.
The pinch of her hand seemed to say, 'Help me!'
Ang damak ng kanyang kamay ay tila nagsasabing, 'Tumulong ka sa akin!'

Common Phrases and Expressions

pinch of the hand
to hold tightly or grip something
damak ng kamay

Related Words

dirt
Residues or excess matter left after a process.
dumi

Slang Meanings

Super happy or excited
Wow, I was super happy when I won the raffle!
Grabe, damak saya ako nung nanalo ako sa raffle!
So many or a lot
There were so many people at the concert, I couldn't find a spot!
Damak tao sa concert, wala akong makitang pwesto!
A lot of happenings or events
So many things have happened in my life this year.
Ang damak nang nangyari sa buhay ko ngayong taon.