Paruparo (en. Butterfly)

pa-ra-pa-ro

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of insect known for its colorful wings.
The butterfly is often seen in gardens during spring.
Ang paruparo ay madalas makita sa mga hardin tuwing tagsibol.
Insect belonging to the family Lepidoptera.
The butterfly varies in size and color depending on its species.
Ang paruparo ay may iba't ibang laki at kulay depende sa uri nito.
Symbol of change or transformation.
In many cultures, the butterfly is a symbol of love and transformation.
Sa maraming kultura, ang paruparo ay simbolo ng pag-ibig at pagbabago.

Etymology

Spanish - mariposa

Common Phrases and Expressions

butterflies in the stomach
A feeling of excitement or nervousness in the heart, usually felt in love.
paruparo sa tiyan

Related Words

insect
Category of animals that have six legs and often have wings.
insekto
metamorphosis
The process of metamorphosis where the butterfly becomes a pupa and then emerges as a fully formed butterfly.
pagtutulog

Slang Meanings

Term for a person who flirts around or loves to socialize.
Clara is such a butterfly because she's always flirting with someone in the living room.
Si Clara, paruparo kasi lagi siyang may ibang nilalandi sa sala.
Like someone who doesn't care, just chilling in life.
It's all good, we're just butterflies here, nothing to worry about.
Sige lang, paruparo lang tayong lahat dito, wala tayong dapat ikabahala.