Kabuayan (en. Crocodile)
/ka.bu.a.jan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of large reptile found in rivers and lakes.
The crocodile is known to inhabit shallow parts of the river.
Ang kabuayan ay kilalang nakatira sa mga mababaw na bahagi ng ilog.
An animal with long jaws and sharp teeth.
The crocodile has the ability to hide in water for a long time.
Ang kabuayan ay may kakayahang magtago sa tubig sa mahabang panahon.
Considered a dangerous animal that can attack humans.
One must be cautious of crocodiles when near water.
Dapat maging maingat sa mga kabuayan kapag malapit sa tubig.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'buaya' referring to a type of animal.
Common Phrases and Expressions
crocodile in the water
Description of the crocodile while it is in the water.
kabuayan sa tubig
Related Words
crocodile
The more colloquial term for kabuayan.
buaya
Slang Meanings
From the town, friend, or companion.
Dude, my buddy from the barangay is great at basketball!
Pare, ang kabuayan ko sa barangay, ang galing sa basketball!
Partner or companion in life.
Who’s your partner in your business?
Sino bang kabuayan mo sa negosyo niyo?
Peer or companion.
It’s always fun when you're with your buddy.
Laging masaya kapag kasama mo ang kabuayan mo.