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    Kalawkawin (en. Expansiveness)

    /ka.law.ka.win/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    The characteristic of being broad or large.
    The expansiveness of the land in their village is attractive to investors.
    Ang kalawkawin ng lupa sa kanilang barangay ay kaakit-akit para sa mga mamumuhunan.
    A measure or extent of some objects.
    We needed to measure the expansiveness of the room before buying furniture.
    Kinailangan naming sukatin ang kalawkawin ng silid bago bumili ng mga kasangkapan.

    Etymology

    Derived from the word 'lawak' meaning 'size' or 'broad'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    expansiveness of the mind
    The ability to have a broad perspective or thoughts.
    kalawkawin ng isip

    Related Words

    broad
    Having a large area or expanse.
    malawak

    Slang Meanings

    A celebration or party filled with fun and mischief
    The kalawkawin in the barangay was so much fun, we all enjoyed!
    Ang saya ng kalawkawin sa barangay, lahat kami nag-enjoy!
    Hanging out or playing together, often with playful antics
    We had a kalawkawin with friends at the park earlier.
    Nagkalawkawin kami ng mga kaibigan sa park kanina.
    A burst of joy and laughter in any occasion
    Sometimes, even at simple gatherings, it just turns into a kalawkawin.
    Minsan, kahit sa simpleng salo-salo, nagiging kalawkawin na lang ito.