Kalso (en. Shout)

/kal-so/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A loud call or shout that typically attracts attention.
I heard a shout from the street.
Nakarinig ako ng kalso mula sa kalsada.
A form of communication expressed through a loud voice.
His shout reached the entire neighborhood.
Ang kanyang kalso ay umabot sa buong barangay.
verb
The act of shouting or calling out loudly.
He shouted to call his friends.
Kalso siya ng tawag sa kanyang mga kaibigan.

Etymology

Originates from Spanish words.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to shout
To lower one's voice to call for attention.
magkalso

Related Words

call
A way of communicating through voice.
tawag
signal
A form of calling attention through signs.
signal

Slang Meanings

Need
I need this, I can't leave it behind.
Kalso ko na 'to, hindi ko na kayang iwan pa.
On my way
I'm on my way, I'm already at the corner.
Kalso na ako, nandiyan na ako sa kanto.
Alright then
Alright then, let's go.
Kalso na, tuloy na tayo.