twerk
The English verb twerk can be translated into Tagalog as twerk.
The term is used to describe taking part in twerking, which is a sexually provocative dance.
Meaning: to take part in twerking (the sexually-provocative dance) (verb)
Did you know?
- While twerk is used, Filipinos often describe the action using the native word kembot, which refers to a more general rhythmic swaying of the hips.
- In colloquial Tagalog-English (Taglish), you might hear someone say 'Nag-twerk siya', which combines the Tagalog past tense prefix with the English word.
- In conservative Filipino households, the word twerk may be viewed as 'bastos' or rude, regardless of whether the dance is actually performed.
Examples in context
- Gawin natin ang mga sikat na pa-kembot moves ngayonLet's do the popular twerk moves now
- Gusto kong mag-twerk sa harap ng salamin.I want to twerk in front of the mirror.
- Nakakapagod mag-twerk nang matagal.It is tiring to twerk for a long time.
- Huwag kang mag-twerk dito sa loob.Don't twerk here inside.
Example conversation
At a dance studio during a practice session.
- MarkChristina, alam mo bang mag-twerk?Christina, do you know how to twerk?
- ChristinaOo, Mark, pero nahihirapan pa ako.Yes, Mark, but I am still struggling.
- MarkSige lang, subukan mong mag-twerk nang dahan-dahan.Go ahead, try to twerk slowly.
- ChristinaSalamat, susubukan ko.Thanks, I will try.
