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    Kurutan (en. Pinch)

    ku-ru-tan

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    An action of pinching the skin or a part of the body.
    The child pinched his sibling because he wanted to get their attention.
    Ang bata ay nagkurutan sa kanyang kapatid dahil gusto niyang makuha ang atensyon nito.
    A type of affectionate act often shown as a sign of endearment.
    Parents often pinch their children as a sign of love.
    Karaniwang nagkurutan ang mga magulang sa kanilang mga anak bilang tanda ng pagmamahal.

    Etymology

    From the word 'kurut' meaning to pinch or to gently summon.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pinch at the right place
    Choosing the right timing or place for something.
    kurutan ng tamang lugar

    Related Words

    pinch
    The act of pinching the skin.
    kurut

    Slang Meanings

    Teasing or making fun of a friend.
    Go ahead, give him a poke so we can laugh!
    Sige na, kurutan mo na siya para matawa tayo!
    Lack of patience or being overly excited.
    You're so impatient, don't be too excited about the new game!
    Ang kurutan mo, wag ka masyadong excited sa bagong laro!
    Often used as a teasing action.
    Come on, poke him in the side to surprise him!
    Tara, kurutin mo siya sa tagiliran para magulat!