From root: kurot
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
kumurot
ku-mu-ROT
pinched
Present (Incomplete)
kumukurot
ku-mu-ku-ROT
is pinching
Future (Contemplated)
kukurot
ku-ku-ROT
will pinch
Usage Note
Kumurot is used when an actor pinches someone or takes a small portion of something like food. It can refer to a physical gesture of affection or discipline, as well as the act of breaking off a small piece of bread or snack to eat.
Examples
" Kumurot ng tinapay si Ana. "
Natural Translation
Ana pinched off a piece of bread.
Literal Translation
Pinched of bread Ana.
" Huwag mong subukang kumurot ng bata. "
Natural Translation
Don't try to pinch a child.
Literal Translation
Don't you try-of pinch of child.
" Bago pa man matikman ng bisita ang pagkain, kumurot na siya ng kaunti para subukan kung masarap. "
Natural Translation
Even before the guest tasted the food, she pinched off a little to check if it was good.
Literal Translation
Before even taste of guest the food, pinched already she of little to try if delicious.
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