Cool MateMeaning of Flap
To move wings or an object quickly up and down.
In simple words: To move quickly up and down or back and forth.
Flap in a sentence
- The bird began to flap its wings as it prepared to fly away.
- She felt the fabric flap in the breeze while hanging it out to dry.
- The flag flapped wildly in the strong wind during the storm.
- As I got close, I could see the curtain flap open slightly.
- He likes to flap his arms when he dances, making it more fun.
How to use Flap
Use 'flap' in general contexts about movement; avoid in formal writing. Common in casual speech about birds or clothing.
Grammar pattern
flap + object
Memory hint
Think of a bird flapping its wings to take off.
Related words
Collocations with Flap
- flap wings
- flap arms
- flap the flag
- flap about
Common mistakes with Flap
- Confusing 'flap' with 'slap'.
- Using 'flapped' instead of 'flap' when describing an habitual action.
- Misusing 'flap' to describe small, minor movements.
Flap appears in
Flap in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
رفرف، لوح
يتحرك بسرعة لأعلى ولأسفل أو ذهابًا وإيابًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঝাপটানো, ঝাপটা
দ্রুত উপরে-নীচে বা সামনে-পিছনে নড়াচড়া করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Flattern, schlagen
Sich schnell auf und ab oder hin und her bewegen.
- SpanishEspañol
Agitar
Moverse rápidamente hacia arriba y hacia abajo o de un lado a otro.
- Persianفارسی
بال زدن، تکان دادن
به سرعت بالا و پایین یا جلو و عقب حرکت کردن.
- FrenchFrançais
Battre, battement
Bouger rapidement de haut en bas ou d'avant en arrière.
- Hindiहिन्दी
फड़फड़ाना, फहराना
तेज़ी से ऊपर-नीचे या आगे-पीछे हिलना।
- ItalianItaliano
Sbattere, Sventolare
Muovere velocemente su e giù o avanti e indietro.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Bater asas, abanar
Mover algo rapidamente para cima e para baixo ou de um lado para o outro.
- RussianРусский
Махать, хлопать
Быстро двигаться вверх-вниз или вперед-назад.
- Urduاردو
پَر مارنا، ہلانا
کسی چیز کو تیزی سے اوپر نیچے یا آگے پیچھے ہلانا۔
- Chinese中文
Flap
快速上下或前后移动。
More words like Flap
- Wave
- Beat
- We were in a store
A retail establishment selling goods to consumers.
- BelieveA1
to feel certain that something is true or that somebody is telling you the truth
- We couldn't believe it
Expressing astonishment or skepticism about a situation.
- CountryA1
an area of land that has or used to have its own government and laws
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Frequently asked questions about Flap
What does Flap mean?
To move quickly up and down or back and forth.
What is the definition of Flap?
To move wings or an object quickly up and down.
How do you use Flap in a sentence?
The bird began to flap its wings as it prepared to fly away.
Can you give another example of Flap?
She felt the fabric flap in the breeze while hanging it out to dry.
What are synonyms for Flap?
Common alternatives include flutter, wave, sway, beat.
What is the opposite of Flap?
Opposite meanings include still, remain.
What words go with Flap?
It commonly pairs with flap wings, flap arms, flap the flag, flap about.
What are common mistakes when using Flap?
Confusing 'flap' with 'slap'. Using 'flapped' instead of 'flap' when describing an habitual action. Misusing 'flap' to describe small, minor movements.
How do you pronounce Flap?
US: //flæp//, UK: //flæp//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Flap?
Use 'flap' in general contexts about movement; avoid in formal writing. Common in casual speech about birds or clothing.