Hikap (en. Touch)
hi-kap
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The action of touching or making contact with an object or person.
The touch of the cool breeze on her face brings joy.
Ang hikap ng malamig na hangin sa kanyang mukha ay nagbibigay ng saya.
A symbol of love or care through physical interaction.
A mother's touch to her child is full of love.
Ang hikap ng ina sa kanyang anak ay puno ng pagmamahal.
Touching of fingers on the skin for various reasons such as pain or healing.
The doctor's touch brought comfort to the patient.
Ang hikap ng doktor ay nagbigay ng ginhawa sa pasyente.
Etymology
Derives from the term 'hikap' which refers to touch or contact.
Common Phrases and Expressions
touch of the heart
A deep feeling caused by emotional connection.
hikap ng puso
Related Words
kiss
An act of touching with the lips, often a symbol of love.
halik
hug
An embrace with the arms, often showing support or love.
yakap
Slang Meanings
A slight touch or nudge, often playful
My friend and I gave each other light nudges while playing.
Naghikap kami ng kaibigan ko habang naglalaro.
A flirty touch
It felt like there was a flirty touch earlier, we were kind of close to each other.
Parang may hikap na nangyari kanina, medyo malapit na kami sa isa't isa.
Part of a romantic moment
That little touch under the lamp was so sweet!
Yung hikap namin sa ilalim ng lampara, ang sweet!