Dukwangin (en. Clam)
/duk-wang-in/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of mollusk that usually has a soft body enclosed in a hard shell.
The clam is commonly found in coastal waters.
Ang duksangin ay karaniwang matatagpuan sa mga baybaying dagat.
A dish made from the body of the clam.
People love the cooked clam at gatherings.
Paborito ng mga tao ang lutong dukwangin sa mga handaan.
Etymology
It is known in the ancient languages of the country.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Teased by the clam
Challenging or mocking someone.
Tinutukso ng dukwangin
Related Words
mollusks
A group of animals with soft bodies and often have shells.
mga molusk
Slang Meanings
A relationship or friendship aimed at having fun without commitments.
Let's just du kwang, no strings attached, just chill.
Dukwangin na lang tayo, walang seryosohan, chill lang.
A dialect version of 'dukwang' that describes not caring about problems.
Go ahead, just du kwang it, we can't do anything about it.
Sige lang, dukwangin mo lang yan, wala tayong magagawa.