Pikpikin (en. To pick at)
/pik-pik-in/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A way of taking or selecting objects around.
Children love to pick at the flowers in the garden.
Ang mga bata ay mahilig sa pikpikin ng mga bulaklak sa hardin.
verb
The action of selecting small items from a larger group.
Due to his meticulousness, he always picks at the correct letters.
Dahil sa kanyang pagkamaingat, siya ay palaging nagpipikpikin ng mga tamang sulat.
Etymology
Originating from the English word 'pick-pick' meaning to choose or pick something.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pick the fruits
To choose the fruits that one wants to take or buy.
pikpikin ang mga prutas
Related Words
chosen
Items or people selected from many options.
napili
Slang Meanings
make something happier or should be happy
Make our boring party more fun, so we can enjoy!
Pikpikin mo naman 'yung boring party natin, para masaya tayo!
sharp or skilled in various things
Wow, you're amazing! You're really great at basketball!
Grabe, ang galing mo na! Pikpikin ka na sa basketball!
looking cool or stylish
Your outfit is on point, dude! Cooool!
Ang outfit mo, pikpikin, pre! Cooool!