Pangungurot (en. Pinch)

paŋuŋɡuˈrot

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

An action of grabbing or pinching with the fingers, usually on the skin of a person or object.

The child's pinch on his sibling caused laughter.

Ang pangungurot ng bata sa kanyang kapatid ay nagdulot ng pagtawa.

The result or effect of the action of pinching, which can be pain or a surprising sensation.

He felt a pinch in his arm after being pinched.

Nakaramdam siya ng pangungurot sa kanyang braso matapos siyang kinurot.

A way of expressing emotions through physical action, such as fondness or annoyance.

The pinch is often used as a way to show affection or amazement.

Ang pangungurot ay madalas na ginagamit bilang paraan ng pagpapakita ng pagmamahal o pagkamangha.

Derived from the root word 'kurot' meaning 'to pinch or to pick with fingers.'

Don't pinch me!

A statement instructing someone not to perform a pinch.

Huwag akong kurutin!

Pinch of love

Refers to a gentle pinch as a sign of affection.

Kurot ng pagmamahal

snap

A quick movement of a finger or hand, similar to a pinch but stronger.

pitik

slap

A strong hit to the face using the hand, usually causing pain.

sampal

A sharp or painful pinch.

That's just a pinch, it's not that painful.

Na pangungurot lang yan, di naman masyadong masakit.

A loud laugh or reaction due to extreme joy.

I laughed out loud when he said that!

Natawa ako ng pangungurot nung sinabi niya yun!