Sulipat (en. Glance)

su-li-pat

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

To look quickly or catch attention to something.

I took a quick glance at my cellphone when I heard a text message.

Mabilis na sulipat sa aking cellphone nang marinig kong may nag-text.

Looking for a shorter time than usual.

I saw a quick glance of her eyes in my direction.

Nakita ko ang sulipat ng kanyang mga mata sa aking direksyon.

The second form of the word 'sulip' meaning 'to glance quickly'.

quick glance of the eye

A quick stare or look at something.

sulipat ng mata

view

The main form of sulipat; referring to looking.

sulip

look

A common word used for looking.

tingin

A glance or look at something with desire or interest.

I looked at that new cafe at the corner, I felt like I was drawn in by its beauty.

Dun sa kanto, tiningnan ko yung bagong cafe, para akong sinulipat sa ganda.

A quick look or sneak peek at a situation.

I just dropped by the party for a quick look, then left right away.

Sulipat lang ako sandali sa party, tapos umalis din agad.

Casual conversation without much depth but entertaining.

We had a light chat while waiting for the bus.

Nagsulipat kami ng mga kwentuhan habang nag-aantay sa bus.