Kisapmata (en. Instant)

ki-sap-ma-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A very short period of time, often referring to a significant change or action.
His decision changed in an instant.
Ang kanyang desisyon ay nagbago sa kisapmata.
A moment that is very quick, almost unnoticeable.
Everything changed in an instant.
Ang lahat ay nagbago sa kisapmata.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in an instant
of a very short time; without delay.
sa kisapmata

Related Words

arrangement
The process of adjusting or changing a situation in a very short time.
pagsasaayos

Slang Meanings

a quick moment or opportunity
In a flash, all the food was gone!
Kisapmata lang, naubos ang lahat ng pagkain!
in an instant
I was lucky, just like that, I won the prize!
Ang swerte ko, kisapmata lang, nakuha ko na ang premyo!
very quick action
In a blink, I grabbed my phone from the table.
Kisapmata, nakuha ko na ang cellphone ko mula sa mesa.
immediate reaction
In a split second, I ran when I saw the tree falling.
Kisapmata akong tumakbo nang makita kong bumabagsak ang puno.