Pagkurap (en. Blink)

pag-ku-rap

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A quick opening and closing of the eyelids.
The blink of his eye was a sign of his surprise.
Ang pagkurap ng kanyang mata ay tanda ng kanyang pagkatulala.
A reference to an action or movement related to the eyes.
Blinking is a natural reaction when something enters the eye.
Ang pagkurap ay likas na reaksyon kapag may bagay na pumasok sa mata.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'kurap' which means the action of the eye.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Quick blinking
A statement about the rapid opening and closing of the eyes.
Mabilis na pagkurap

Related Words

blink
The primary action of closing the eye.
kurap
eye
A part of the body used for seeing.
mata

Slang Meanings

beautiful 'eye wink', enchanting
Her wink is so beautiful, it's like magic!
Ang ganda ng pagkurap niya, parang may magic!
synonymous with playful or flirty
When she winked, you know she has something up her sleeve.
Pagkurap niya, alam mo na may balak na siya.