EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
EXPLORE FILIPINO WORDS IN DEPTH
pectoral fin...
to flatter, to sweet-talk, to cajole...
metal caster, founder (foundry worker)...
Pang-uri
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/pa-yik-PIK/
FIL: Ang palikpik ng isda na matatagpuan sa magkabilang gilid ng katawan, sa likod ng hasang, na katumbas ng braso sa mga bertebrado sa lupa.
EN: pectoral fin
Basically, the 'arms' or 'armpits' of a fish. It's the two fins on the side that help it steer. When you're eating a whole fried fish, it's that little fin near the head that gets extra crispy.
Possibly from "pa-" prefix + "y-" infix + "pikpik" (to pat lightly), likening the fin's movement to patting.
A specific anatomical term for fish. Not a common word unless you're a fisherman, a marine biologist, or very specific about your 'sinigang na isda'.
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🇺🇸 A bone from the pectoral fin of the milkfish got stuck in my throat.
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