Aso (en. Dog)
/ˈa.so/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A domesticated animal often kept as a pet and companion to humans.
The dog is a loyal friends to humans.
Ang aso ay loyal na kaibigan ng tao.
An animal that is part of the Canidae family.
There are different breeds of dogs, each with its own characteristics.
May iba't ibang lahi ng aso na may kani-kaniyang katangian.
A type of animal known for their ability to guard and perform tasks for humans.
Dogs are also used as guards in homes.
Ang mga aso ay ginagamit din bilang mga guwardiya sa mga tahanan.
Etymology
Spanish: 'perro'
Common Phrases and Expressions
house dog
A dog kept indoors as a pet.
aso ng bahay
cat and dog
Description of people or things at odds or in conflict.
aso't pusa
Related Words
cat
Another common pet animal often kept alongside dogs.
pusa
animal
A broad category of living beings including dogs.
hayop
Slang Meanings
A pet or companion seen as part of the family.
Check out my pitbull, it's like I'm with a person, super loyal!
Check mo itong pitbull ko, parang tao ako kasama niyan, super loyal!
A pitiful person or victim in a bad situation.
You're lucky, but him, it's like he's a dog outside when it rains.
Ang swerte mo, pero siya, parang aso sa labas kapag tag-ulan.
Oh no, your idols have been caught!
Oh no, they got dogged in the news, did not even say goodbye.
Naku, na-aso na sila sa balita, hindi na lang nagpaalam.