Angil (en. Call)
/aŋil/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A cry or shout of an animal, especially of carnivores.
The roar of the lion was heard throughout the forest.
Ang angil ng leon ay narinig sa buong kagubatan.
A sound that comes from the mouth of a person or animal, often aiming to express feelings.
He let out a cry of fear when he saw the snake.
Nagbigay siya ng angil ng takot nang makita ang ahas.
A symbol of fear or concern that is often heard in horror movies.
The cry from the dark corner of the room caused fear among the guests.
Ang angil mula sa madilim na sulok ng silid ay nagdulot ng pangamba sa mga bisita.
Etymology
The word 'angil' originates from the root 'angil' which means 'to smell' or 'to roar'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the cry of nature
Sounds produced by nature, such as the cries of birds or noise of animals.
angil ng kalikasan
Related Words
shout
A loud sound that can be made by a person or animal.
hiyaw
scream
A sound created to express emotions, usually in a loud voice.
sigaw
Slang Meanings
really ugly or an unpleasant view of a person or thing
Dude, that garbage can over there is so disgusting!
Grabe, ang angil ng basurahan dito sa tabi ng kalsada!
sweaty or cheap-smelling odor
You smell so bad, go take a shower!
Ang angil ng katawan mo, maligo ka na!
smelly or unpleasant odor
Yikes! This fish smells so bad, I don't want it anymore!
Naku! Ang angil ng isda na ito, ayaw ko na!