Matuklap (en. To peel off)

/ma.tuk.lap/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of removing or taking off something from a surface.
You need to peel off the skin of the fruit before eating it.
Matuklap mo ang balat ng prutas bago ito kainin.
The removal of a sticker or adhered part.
Peel the paper from the wall before painting.
Matuklap ang papel mula sa dingding bago magpintura.
To open the pages of a book.
Carefully peel open the pages of the book.
Matuklap ang mga pahina ng aklat nang maingat.

Etymology

From the root word 'tuklap' meaning to open or separate.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to peel off the seal
Removing the cap or seal from something.
matuklap ang selyo

Related Words

peel
A root word that means to separate or open.
tuklap

Slang Meanings

A strong and delicious food or drink.
Wow! The drink I had at the corner was so good.
Grabe! Ang sarap ng ininom kong matuklap sa kanto.
A sudden shock or surprise.
I was shocked when the firecrackers suddenly exploded.
Nag-matuklap ako nung biglang sumabog ang petardos.