Pagikpik (en. Flapping)

pa-gi-kpik

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The action or process of lifting and lowering something, like the wings of a bird.
The flapping of the birds looks like a beautiful dance in the sky.
Ang pagikpik ng mga ibon ay tila isang magandang sayaw sa kalangitan.
A rapid movement inviting attention.
The flapping of her hands showed her enthusiasm.
Ang pagikpik ng kanyang mga kamay ay nagpakita ng kanyang sigla.

Etymology

Derived from the root 'ikpik' meaning 'relative' or 'related'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

flapping of wings
Movement of wings typically used by birds.
pagikpik ng mga pakpak

Related Words

flap
An action of lifting and lowering, often used in the context of winged animals.
ikpik

Slang Meanings

Talking nonsense or exaggeration
All of Janice's stories are just pagikpik!
Ang dami ng kwento ni Janice, puro pagikpik lang!
Making promises that are hard to keep
Don't believe his pagikpik, he's always letting you down.
Huwag ka nang maniwala sa kanyang pagikpik, kasi lagi lang siyang nabibigo.
Hiding the truth or keeping secrets
Why are you full of pagikpik? Just tell the truth.
Bakit ang dami mong pagikpik? Sabihin mo na lang ang totoo.