Pakruskrus (en. Flutter)

/pɐk.ruˈskrus/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The ability to fly quickly at low altitude.
The birds fluttered over the lake.
Nagpakruskrus ang mga ibon sa ibabaw ng lawa.
A movement that describes quick flying or moving.
The butterfly fluttered quickly in the garden.
Mabilis na pakruskrus ang paruparo sa hardin.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

fluttering in the air
Quick flying or movement in the air.
pakruskrus sa hangin

Related Words

flight
The action of flying from one place to another.
paglipad
butterfly
A type of insect with beautiful wings.
paruparo

Slang Meanings

super greedy (slang for someone who eats a lot)
Wow, Paulo is so greedy with the chips.
Grabe si Paulo, pakruskrus siya sa mga chips eh.
super hungry
I'm so hungry, it feels like I have nothing left to eat.
Sobrang pakruskrus na ako, parang wala na akong pwedeng kainin.
eats a lot
That's okay as long as you eat a lot at the buffet!
Ayos lang yan basta't pakruskrus ka sa buffet!