Pua (en. Pluck)

pu-a

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the body used for holding or grabbing objects.
He used his pua to collect the fruits from the tree.
Ginamit niya ang kanyang pua upang kolektahin ang mga prutas mula sa puno.
A movement or action of taking something using the hand.
This pua shows careful attention.
Ang pua na ito ay nagpapakita ng masusing pag-iingat.

Etymology

derived from the word 'cut' describing the action of separation or slicing.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Fruit plucking
The process of harvesting fruits from trees or plants.
Pua ng prutas

Related Words

harvest
The product from trees or plants typically harvested using the pua.
pulot

Slang Meanings

Like 'grab' or 'hold' with a connotation of leaning or hugging someone or something.
Because of PUA, pillows that will be used as resting spots for friends at the beach.
Dahil kay PUA, mga unan na gagawing pahingahan ng mga barkada sa beach.
A trendy way to get to know or meet people, these are really all about PUA!
OMG, I'm going to use PUA at the next party to meet him!
OMG, PUA sa susunod na party, para makilala ko siya!