Makislap (en. Shine)

/ma.kis.lap/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of shining; the emergence or quickness of light.
The dust from the sun caused a shine on the floor.
Ang alikabok mula sa araw ay nagdulot ng makislap sa sahig.
To speak in a bright or attractive manner.
He is shining in his teaching ideas.
Siya ay makislap sa kanyang mga ideya sa pagtuturo.

Etymology

from the word 'kislap' meaning brightness or appearance of light.

Common Phrases and Expressions

shining star
A star that gives off bright light at night.
makislap na bituin
sparkling eyes
Eyes that have a bright gleam, often portraying joy or enthusiasm.
makislap na mata

Related Words

glimmer
The release of light from an object or action.
kislap
brilliant
The state of being bright or noticeable.
maningning

Slang Meanings

that has a bling-bling quality
Wow, her outfit looks so sparkly, like a celebrity!
Grabe, ang makislap ng suot niyang damit, parang artista!
very stylish or fashionable
Of course, you need to look flashy at the party to get noticed.
Siyempre, kailangan makislap sa party para mapansin.
too noticeable or attention-grabbing
It's like he made his car so flashy on purpose, we all can't help but look!
Parang sinadyang maging makislap ng sasakyan niya, lahat tayo napapaamo!