to flap
01
はためく, パタパタ動かす
to move with a rapid up-and-down motion
Intransitive
例
Right now, the laundry on the clothesline is flapping in the gentle breeze.
今、物干しロープの洗濯物がそよ風にはためいています。
02
羽ばたく, はためく
(of a bird) to rhythmically move its wings in an upward and downward motion, either during flight or in preparation for taking flight
Transitive: to flap wings
例
The parrot playfully flapped its wings, mimicking the motions of flying.
オウムは遊び心で翼をはためかせ、飛ぶ動きを真似しました。
03
慌てる, 過度に心配する
to express agitation, make a fuss, or become overly concerned or worked up about something
Intransitive
例
The politician flapped during the heated debate, becoming visibly agitated and struggling to articulate their points effectively.
政治家は白熱した討論の最中に動揺し、明らかに動揺してポイントを効果的に表現するのに苦労しました。
04
はためく, パタパタ動かす
to move an object or a part of it up and down or to and fro in a rapid or rhythmic manner
Transitive: to flap sth
例
The actor flapped the cape dramatically during the performance, adding flair to the scene.
俳優は演技中にケープを劇的にはためかせ、シーンに華を添えた。
05
バタバタする, 羽ばたく
to move one’s arms about in a clumsy or uncontrolled manner while surfing, often due to panic or lack of balance
Informal
Specialized例
He started to flap as he lost balance on the wave.
彼は波の上でバランスを失うと、腕をばたつかせ始めた。
Flap
01
フラップ, 蓋
a broad, thin, and flexible piece attached at one edge, allowing it to hang loosely or move freely
例
The backpack 's side flap had a hidden pocket for extra storage.
バックパックのサイドフラップには、追加の収納のための隠しポケットがありました。
02
a hinged surface on an aircraft wing that can be adjusted to increase lift or drag
例
The pilot adjusted the flaps before landing.
03
a section of tissue that remains partially attached to the body, allowing it to be repositioned or used in surgical repair
例
The surgeon lifted a skin flap to cover the wound.
04
the movement produced by something beating or moving up and down
例
The flap of wings filled the air as the pigeons took off.
05
a state of agitation, confusion, or emotional excitement
例
Everyone was in a flap before the guests arrived.
06
the folded extension of a book cover that wraps around the page edges to provide protection
例
The author 's photo was printed on the back flap.
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