Anas (en. Duck)

/ˈanas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of bird commonly found in freshwater and places near water.
Ducks are often seen in the lake.
Ang mga anas ay madalas na makikita sa lawa.
Ducks are known for their heavy bodies and colorful feathers.
There are different species of ducks with unique colors.
May iba't ibang uri ng anas na may kakaibang kulay.
One of the common animals kept as pets by many people.
Many people love to keep ducks as pets at home.
Marami ang mahilig mag-alaga ng anas bilang alaga sa bahay.

Etymology

Latin: anas, meaning duck

Common Phrases and Expressions

Black duck
A type of duck that has black feathers.
Anas na may itim
Ducks in the lake
Ducks seen in the lake.
Anas sa lawa

Related Words

black duck
A type of duck with black feathers, commonly found in lakes.
itim na anas
good duck
Ducks that are considered beneficial to the environment due to their role in the ecosystem.
mabuting anas

Slang Meanings

Barbershop story
He told a story about their road trip to the province.
Nagkwento siya ng anas tungkol sa kanilang road trip sa probinsya.
Gossip
There's a lot of gossip around the neighborhood about their new drama.
Dami na namang anas sa barangay tungkol sa bagong tsika sa kanila.
Rumor
There's a rumor going around that they have different boyfriends now.
May anas na nagkalat na magkaiba na sila ng boyfriend.
Fake news
Don't trust that, it's just all gossip.
Huwag ka magtiwala diyan, puro anas lang 'yan.