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    Pagsilip (en. Peeking)

    /paɡˈsiliʔ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The activity of looking through a small space or hole.
    He peeked through the window to see the people outside.
    Siya ay nag-pagsilip sa bintana upang makita ang mga tao sa labas.
    A glance or quick look.
    He took a peek at the book to see some pictures.
    Nagpagsilip siya sa libro upang makita ang ilang mga larawan.

    Etymology

    A Tagalog term with root 'sili' meaning 'to glance' or 'to peep'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    peek from behind
    Looking or observing from a hidden position from behind.
    pagsilip sa likod

    Related Words

    glance
    A quick look or peek.
    sulyap
    to peek
    The act of peeking or looking.
    silipin

    Slang Meanings

    quick look or peek
    I'll just take a quick peek in his room.
    Pagsilip na lang muna ako sa kwarto niya.
    restless or sneaky looking around
    That's fine, just sneak a look at his things.
    Ayos lang yan, magpagsilip ka sa mga gamit niya.
    gossip or inquiry
    Are you looking for any gossip in our news?
    Naghahanap ka ba ng mga pagsilip sa chika natin?