Kaliwagan (en. Left-handedness)

ka-li-wa-gan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The characteristic of a person who uses their left hand as the primary hand for writing and other tasks.
His left-handedness seems to be a blessing in his arts.
Ang kanyang kaliwagan ay tila isang biyaya sa kanyang mga sining.
A type of trait related to creativity or learning that uses the left side of the brain.
Left-handed individuals often have creative and artistic abilities.
Ang mga kaliwagan ay madalas na may malikhain at artistikong mga kakayahan.

Etymology

from the word 'kaliwa'

Common Phrases and Expressions

My hand is left
Indicates that a person is left-handed.
Kaliwa ang kamay ko

Related Words

left
The direction opposite to right.
kaliwa

Slang Meanings

Left in the heart (literal meaning in the heart)
He's feeling a bit upset with me right now.
Naka-kaliwa ang loob niya sa akin ngayon.
About to get angry (or already angry)
He seems to be in a bad mood right now; just don't talk to him.
Parang kaliwagan siya ngayon, huwag mo na lang siyang kausapin.
Uncertain or hot-headed (irritable)
Don't be so irritable, just chill!
Huwag ka na magpaka-kaliwagan, chill ka lang!