Chesa (en. Cousin)

/ˈtʃɛsə/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A term referring to the daughter of an aunt or uncle.

My cousin often plays at our house.

Ang chesa ko ay madalas na naglalaro sa bahay namin.

A close relative often present at gatherings.

My cousin was there at the wedding yesterday.

Nandiyan ang chesa ko sa kasal kahapon.

A word in the local language expressing family relations.

The status of a cousin is important in our family.

Mahalaga ang katayuan ng chesa sa ating pamilya.

My cousin lives here.

My cousin resides here.

Taga-rito ang chesa ko

cousin

The child of your aunt or uncle, related to your family.

pinsan

Who? (How did you upset me?)

Chesa, where's my itch again? Why is your voice so loud?

Chesa, san na naman yung pangangati ko? Bakit ang taas ng boses mo?

Liar (Walking chesa on a scent of trouble)

Whoa, you’re a chesa! You know I’m not interested.

Hala, chesa ka! Alam mo naman na hindi ako interesado.

Gossip (Likes stories)

I hope you don't become chesa in my life!

Sana ay hindi ka maging chesa sa buhay ko!