Kalusin (en. To break)

ka-lu-sin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of breaking or cutting something.
Break those woods for our project.
Kalusin mo ang mga kahoy na iyon para sa aming proyekto.
The destruction or thorough demise of something.
It's prohibited to destroy the plants in the park.
Bawal kalusin ang mga halaman sa parke.
Removal of goodness or the good state of something.
Sometimes, having chaos causes the breakdown of ideas.
Minsan, ang pagkakaroon ng pagkakagulo ay nagiging sanhi ng pagkalusento ng mga ideya.

Etymology

from the word 'kalus' meaning to break or shatter.

Common Phrases and Expressions

break the thought
avoid emotionally distressing or hurtful statements.
kalusin ang kaisipan
break down the issues
discuss problems like breaking down walls.
kalusin ang mga isyu

Related Words

kalus
base word for kalusin, meaning to break or shatter.
kalus
wasak
expressing being broken or cut.
wasak

Slang Meanings

has a fault or mistake
You're at fault outside the house, so don't get angry anymore.
Kalusin ka sa labas ng bahay, kaya wag ka nang magalit.
to be obedient or submissive
You're always following boss's orders, like a robot.
Kalusin ka parati sa utos ni boss, parang robot lang.
a pawn or politician who serves their own interests
He is the town's pawn, always taking care of his own interests.
Siya ang kalusin ng bayan, palaging nag-aalaga sa kanyang interes.