Ilog (en. River)
/ɪlɔg/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A natural watercourse that flows from higher ground to lower ground.
The river provides water for crops and drinking for people.
Ang ilog ay nagbibigay ng tubig sa mga taniman at inumin para sa mga tao.
An ecological system that has habitats for various species of animals and plants.
Many different types of fish can be found in the river.
Maraming iba't ibang uri ng isda ang matatagpuan sa ilog.
Etymology
The word 'ilog' comes from the root word 'ilog' in Austronesian languages.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Cross the river
To travel or move from one place to another by going through the water in the river.
Tumawid sa ilog
Related Words
estuary
A type of river that is long and brackish, flowing from the sea.
ilogin
stream
A small river or watercourse.
sapa
Slang Meanings
Stream or creek
We walked by the stream to picnic.
Naglakad kami sa ilog para magpiknik.
Charge or attack
Let's charge at the enemies in the game!
Ilog natin ang mga kaaway sa laro!
Road or path with water
It flooded and the road looked like a river.
Bumaha at naging parang ilog ang kalsada.