Duruin (en. To prick)

/duˈru.in/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To cause pain or injury by puncturing with a sharp object.
You will prick your finger on something sharp.
Duruin mo ang iyong daliri sa matulis na bagay.
To cause harm or injury.
It causes pain when pricked.
Nagdudulot siya ng sakit kapag naduruin.
The presence of a sharp object that breaks or injures the skin.
He had a small wound on his finger because it was pricked.
Nagkaroon siya ng maliit na sugat sa daliri dahil sa naduruin.

Etymology

Malay language: 'thorn'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Pricking
Causing pain or injury.
Nagduruan

Related Words

thorn
A sharp part of a plant or animal that can cause wounds.
duri

Slang Meanings

to pick
Pick the mango so we can eat it.
Duruin mo yung mangga para makain natin.
to sprinkle
Sprinkle dust on his nose.
Duruin mo siya ng alikabok sa mga nguso nya.