Mapakurap (en. To blink)

/ma.pa.ku.rap/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

An action performed by a person to close and open the eye for a short time.

I noticed he blinked while listening to music.

Napansin kong siya ay mapakurap habang nakikinig sa musika.

The process of closing the eyelids during dryness or need.

I often blink when there is dust in the air.

Madalas akong mapakurap kapag may alikabok sa hangin.

blink of the eye

An expression indicating the quick closing and opening of the eye.

mapakurap ng mata

blink

The act of blinking.

pakurap

thrilling sighting

I saw him at the mall, I was like 'mapapurap' from excitement!

Nakita ko siya sa mall, parang ako mapapurap sa kilig!

like being wowed

When I saw the concert, I was really 'mapakurap'! It was beautiful!

Nang makita ko yung concert, mapakurap talaga ako! Ang ganda!

confused or intrigued

There are so many rumors, I immediately felt 'mapakurap' from curiosity!

Ang daming chismis, agad akong mapakurap sa pagka-curious!