Pakpak (en. Wing)

/pak-pak/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The part of the body of birds, insects, and other animals used for flying.
The bird's wings are colorful and large.
Ang pakpak ng ibon ay makulay at malaki.
A structure or form that allows flying or perching.
The butterfly's wings are very beautiful to look at.
Ang pakpak ng paruparo ay napaka-marikit na tingnan.
A symbol of freedom and hope.
His dreams are like wings that carry him to greater heights.
Ang kanyang mga pangarap ay parang pakpak na nagdadala sa kanya sa kaitaasan.

Etymology

Tagalog word for wings.

Common Phrases and Expressions

having wings
indicating the ability or freedom to act.
may pakpak

Related Words

fly
The action of flying using wings.
lipad
bird
A type of animal with wings that can fly.
ibón

Slang Meanings

Ally or partner in life with a good situation
I'm so happy with my 'pakpak' right now because I'm with him in my fight.
Sobrang saya ng pakpak ko ngayon kasi kasama ko siya sa laban ko.
Fast movement or action
Because of his 'pakpak', we finished our project quickly.
Dahil sa pakpak niya, natapos ang project namin ng mabilis.
Freedom or being free from problems
Now, I feel like I'm 'pakpak' in life, no stress!
Ngayon, feeling ko pakpak na pakpak ako sa buhay, walang stress!