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    Pagaspas (en. Flapping)

    /pɒgˈʌspas/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The movement of an object with a flapping motion, often associated with bird wings or the hem of a garment hitting the air.
    It’s delightful to see the flapping of birds in the sky.
    Nakakatuwang tingnan ang pagaspas ng mga ibon sa kalangitan.
    Refers to the sound produced when an object quickly hits the air or other objects.
    She heard the flapping of the flag in the wind.
    Narinig niya ang pagaspas ng bandila sa hangin.

    Etymology

    From the root 'gaspas' which refers to the act of fluttering or flapping of objects.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    hope in flapping
    Hope to reach higher things or aspirations in life.
    asa sa pagaspas

    Related Words

    flutter
    The act of flapping or waving a body part or object.
    gaspas

    Slang Meanings

    super fast or speedy
    Wow, the new car of his is so fast!
    Grabe, pagaspas ng takbo ng bagong kotse niya!
    extraordinary or exceptional
    His performance on stage was truly exceptional!
    Yung performance niya sa stage, pagaspas talaga!