Kagigian (en. Clamor)

ka-gi-gan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A vigorous shout or yell from a group of people.
The clamor of the people was heard across the street.
Ang kagigian ng mga tao ay narinig hanggang sa kabilang kalye.
A loud sound or voices coming from a crowd.
The stadium was filled with the clamor when their team won.
Napuno ng kagigian ang stadium nang nanalo ang kanilang koponan.
An act of demanding or intervening in an issue or situation.
There is clamor in the news regarding changes to the law.
May kagigian sa balita hinggil sa mga pagbabago sa batas.

Etymology

The word 'kagigian' originates from the root 'gigi' which means 'yell or shout.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the clamor of the public
in the multitude of people and their shouts.
sa kagigian ng publiko
reaching a clamor
that causes noise or concern.
umaabot sa kagigian

Related Words

voice
The sound made by a person.
boses
noise
Unpleasant sound or loud sounds.
ingay

Slang Meanings

Silliness or craziness.
What he did is just such silliness!
Ang ginawa niyang 'yan, sobrang kagigian lang!
A lively or funny conversation.
We had so much fun with our silly talks earlier at the corner!
Ang saya ng mga kagigian namin kanina sa kanto!
Non-seriousness or joking around.
Nothing serious here, just pure jokes!
Walang seryosohan dito, puro kagigian lang!