Irap (en. Punch)

/iˈrap/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A strong blow or hit.
The punch hit him in the cheek.
Tumama ang irap sa kanyang pisngi.
The occasion of striking someone.
He dealt a punch to his teammate during the game.
Nagdala siya ng irap sa kanyang kasamahan sa laro.

Etymology

This comes from the Tagalog word 'arap', which means punch or hit.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Give him a punch.
Give him a hit.
Irap ang ibigay mo sa kanya

Related Words

punch
An action where a person uses their hand to hit.
suntok
bruise
A physical injury caused by a punch.
piansong

Slang Meanings

Joining in on the fun or humor at an inappropriate time.
Here comes Mark again, trying to be funny even though it’s not even amusing.
Nandiyan na naman si Mark, nag-iirap na naman kahit hindi naman nakakatuwa.
A term used for a person who is boastful or tries to be too real.
Wow, Mike is so full of himself, always bragging about his purchases.
Grabe, ang irap ni Mike, parating pinagmamalaki ang kanyang mga nabili.