Kadlo (en. Anger)
/ˈkadlo/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A feeling of intense anger or resentment.
I feel the kadlo every time I think about what happened.
Nararamdaman ko ang kadlo tuwing naiisip ko ang nangyari.
The manifestation of anger or frustration in a situation.
The kadlo he showed indicated that he was unhappy with the decision made.
Ang kadlo na kanyang ipinakita ay nangangahulugang siya ay hindi natutuwa sa naging desisyon.
A form of feeling that can escalate to a physical reaction.
Due to his kadlo, his actions became violent.
Dahil sa kanyang kadlo, naging marahas ang kanyang mga kilos.
Etymology
Originates from the word 'kadal' meaning an apparent expression of anger or sorrow.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the kadlo comes from the heart
The anger or resentment that accumulates arises from deep feelings.
ang kadlo ay nanggagaling sa puso
Related Words
anger
A strong feeling of irritation that drives people to act based on their temper.
galit
resentment
A feeling rooted in disappointment or grievance towards a situation.
hinanakit
Slang Meanings
Causing chaos or trouble
What my classmate is doing is really kadlo!
Yung ginagawa ng classmate ko, kadlo talaga!
Looking complicated
This situation is so kadlo, I don't know what to do!
Ang kadlo ng sitwasyon na 'to, di ko na alam kung anong gagawin!
Weird or unusual
His trip is kadlo because it’s so weird!
Yung trip niya, kadlo kasi sobrang weird!