Kanangkamay (en. Rude gesture)

ka-nang-ka-may

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A gesture or movement of the hand often used as a symbol of insult or emotional hurt.

The rude gesture may serve as an official indicator of malice towards people.

Ang kanangkamay ay maaaring maging isang opisyal na bantay ng pagmamalupit sa mga tao.

rude gesture in the street

A gesture or movement indicating anger or frustration in public.

kanangkamay sa kalye

insult

Violation of standards of respect or decorum.

paglapastangan

Super angry or extremely furious.

When he found out about that, his face was kanangkamay!

Nang malaman niya 'yon, kanangkamay ang mukha niya!

Like someone who is fuming or about to explode in anger.

Wow, she's so kanangkamay when there's a lot of interruptions!

Grabe, ang kanangkamay niya kapag may mga abala!

Complete disappointment or frustration.

With news like that, I’m really kanangkamay!

Sa mga balitang 'yan, talagang kanangkamay ako!