irap
írap with stress marks
sullen glance
Usage Note
Irap describes a sideways or upward glance, often conveying annoyance, contempt, or flirtation depending on context. The verb form nag-irap captures the action. It is a culturally expressive gesture that Filipinos readily recognize in social situations.
Examples
" Nag-irap siya sa akin. "
Natural Translation
She gave me a sullen glance.
Literal Translation
Sullen-glanced she at me.
" Isang matalas na irap ang natanggap ko. "
Natural Translation
I received a sharp, sullen glance.
Literal Translation
A sharp that sullen-glance the received I.
" Bigla siyang nag-irap nang marinig ang pangalan ng dati niyang kasintahan sa usapan. "
Natural Translation
She suddenly shot a sullen glance when she heard her ex's name come up in the conversation.
Literal Translation
Suddenly she sullen-glanced when heard the name of former her sweetheart in conversation.
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