Kislap (en. Spark)

kis-lap

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A brief flash or burst of light.
The wave shimmered as the sunlight reached its surface.
Tumaghoy ang alon habang umabot ang kislap ng araw sa ibabaw nito.
The state of being bright or luminous.
I found a spark of hope in a difficult situation.
Nakatagpo ako ng isang kislap ng pag-asa sa mahirap na sitwasyon.
A symbol of inspiration or new ideas.
He gave a spark of inspiration to his colleagues.
Nagbigay siya ng kislap ng inspirasyon sa mga kasamahan niya.

Etymology

It originates from the root word 'kislap' meaning brightness or flare.

Common Phrases and Expressions

spark of a star
The light coming from a star.
kislap ng bituin
spark of hope
A symbol of a positive outlook or optimism.
kislap ng pag-asa

Related Words

twinkle
To describe the continuous formation of lights or sparks.
kislap-kislap
flare of fire
A brief light from the fire or flames that burst.
kislap ng apoy

Slang Meanings

Sparkle or shine, often used in a romantic context.
Your eyes sparkle with joy when I'm with you.
Kisap ang mga mata mo sa tuwa pag kasama kita.
A moment of excitement or thrill.
I saw him and suddenly my heart sparkled!
Nakita ko siya at biglang kislap ang puso ko!
To have a sudden idea or realization.
I suddenly had a spark of an idea for the project!
Biglang may kislap na ideya ako para sa proyekto!