Nimpa (en. Gnat)
nim-pah
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A small insect that often buzzes around people and animals.
The gnat is often seen in fields during summer.
Ang nimpa ay madalas na makikita sa mga bukirin tuwing tag-init.
A type of fly that usually hovers around food.
The food was stored inside to prevent gnats from getting in.
Nakaimbak ang pagkain sa loob upang hindi makapasok ang nimpa.
An insect that forms small swarms in the air.
Next to the rivers, you can see many gnats flying.
Sa tabi ng mga ilog, makakakita ka ng maraming nimpa na lumilipad.
Common Phrases and Expressions
A gnat landed on the food
This means that an insect is about to touch the food.
Dumapo ang nimpa sa pagkain
Related Words
insect
A group of invertebrate animals with exoskeletons and wings.
insekto
Slang Meanings
A godfather or godmother who is closer to the child raised.
It's like even though you're not my real godfather, you're still a nimpa in my heart.
Parang kahit hindi mo ako tunay na ninong, nimpa pa rin kita sa puso ko.
A term of endearment for a close friend or another child.
Oh, nimpa! Let's go, we’ll play outside.
O, nimpa! Tara na, maglalaro tayo sa labas.