Patuka (en. Tapping)

/pa'tu.ka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A sound or action resulting from dripping, often associated with the falling of water.

The tapping of the rain produces a soothing sound at night.

Ang patuka ng ulan ay nagbibigay ng nakakaaliw na tunog sa gabi.

A musical terminology referring to sounds created by gentle striking.

In his study of drumming, he learned various styles of tapping.

Sa kanyang pag-aaral sa drumming, natutunan niya ang iba't ibang istilo ng patuka.

tapping of the rain

Sound caused by the falling rain.

patuka ng ulan

drip

A form of water falling from above, often accompanied by sound.

patak

Bothering or getting attention from others (usually without malice)

My friend always bothers me with his jokes.

Yung tropa ko, lagi akong patuka sa mga jokes niya.

Whispering or quietly chatting

When we talked, it felt like we were just whispering, super quiet.

Kapag nagkausap kami, parang patuka lang kami, sobrang tahimik.

Playing or having fun in a unique way (often outdoors)

At the playground, the kids are just having fun like there's no tomorrow.

Sa playground, nagpa-patuka yung mga bata na parang walang bukas.