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    Pisig (en. Pinch)

    pee-sig

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A small dose or touch on something, often done with the fingers.
    She gave her cheek a pinch in front of her acquaintance.
    Nilagyan niya ng pisig ang kanyang pisngi sa labas ng kanyang kakilala.
    The act of squeezing or touching with the fingers.
    That pinch caused her pain.
    Ang pisig na iyon ay nagbigay ng sakit sa kanya.
    verb
    To perform the action of pinching or tapping.
    She pinched her sister's doll.
    Pinisig niya ang manika ng kanyang kapatid.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'pis,' which means touch or tap.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pinch of a butterfly
    A gentle touch or action related to something light or delicate.
    pisig ng isang paru-paro

    Related Words

    squeeze
    An action similar to a pinch but not as tiny; often more strong and intentional.
    pisil

    Slang Meanings

    a punch or a light hit on something or someone
    When his friend poked him, he got a pisig!
    Nang ginitgit siya ng kaibigan niya, pisig nga siya!
    light flirtation or playful teasing
    You've done so much pisig with your crush who doesn't even know.
    Ang dami mong pisig sa crush mo na walang alam.
    to hurry or rush
    He did a quick pisig to take a selfie before leaving.
    Naki-pisig siya sa pagkuha ng selfie bago umalis.