Kahalo (en. Mixture)

/ka-ha-lo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A combination of two or more elements.
The mixture of colors in her artwork is really beautiful.
Ang kahalo ng mga kulay sa kanyang obra ay talagang maganda.
The process of mixing ingredients.
The blending of ingredients is important in cooking.
Ang kahalo ng mga sangkap ay mahalaga sa pagluluto.

Etymology

This comes from the word 'halo' which means the combination or unity of two or more things.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mixed flavor
Combination of different flavors in a single dish.
kahalong lasa
mixed colors
Combination of various colors.
kahalong kulay

Related Words

halo-halo
A popular dessert in the Philippines made from a mix of fruits, ice, and milk.
halo-halo
joining
The act or state of being together or combined.
pagsasama

Slang Meanings

careless (with no regard)
Wow, he’s a kahalo, he doesn’t care at all about what he’s doing!
Grabe, kahalo siya, sobrang wala ng pakialam sa ginagawa niya!
lazy
All I’m thinking about is, I’m a kahalo right now, let’s just chill later!
Ang iniisip ko lang eh, kahalo na ako ngayon, tara na lang mamaya!