Kumiri (en. To wade)

ku-mi-ri

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of wading or stepping into water, usually up to the waist or legs.
He waded into the river to catch fish more easily.
Kumiri siya sa ilog upang mas makuha ang mga isda.
The action of walking in shallow parts of water.
He decided to wade at the shore because the weather was pleasant.
Nagpasya siyang kumiri sa dalampasigan dahil maaliwalas ang panahon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to wade in the water
to step into the water up to the legs or waist.
kumiri sa tubig

Related Words

acting
The act of moving or performing in a specific manner.
kumikilos

Slang Meanings

To move quickly or suddenly.
The rain poured, so we had to kumiri home.
Bumuhos ang ulan, kaya't kumiri kami sa pag-uwi.
To make a decision without thinking.
Even though he kumiri in buying the car, he liked it.
Kahit na kumiri siya sa pagbili ng kotse, nagustuhan niya ito.
To act cool or pretend to be chill in a situation.
Even though he was nervous, he just kumiri and showed a smile.
Kahit na kinakabahan siya, kumiri lang siya at nagpakita ng ngiti.