Kamandag (en. Venom)

/kaˈmandaɡ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of harmful substance released by animals such as snakes.
The venom of the snake is deadly to small animals.
Ang kamandag ng ahas ay nakamamatay sa maliliit na hayop.
The ability of an animal to inject venom into its prey.
Snakes possess venom for their hunting.
May taglay na kamandag ang mga ahas para sa kanilang pangangaso.
Metaphorically used to describe the harmful effects of a person or situation.
His words are filled with venom, so I stopped talking to him.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay puno ng kamandag, kaya't hindi na ako nakipag-usap sa kanya.

Etymology

Nanggaling sa salitang 'kamanda' na nangangahulugang 'kagandahang-loob' o 'mahika' sa konteksto ng masamang mga espiritu.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has venom
contains deadly substance
may kamandag
venom of words
painful or hurtful words
kamandag ng salita

Related Words

hypnotic
A term referring to something that has the ability to attract or pull attention, possibly associated with negativity.
hipnotik

Slang Meanings

strong appeal or presence
Wow, the charm of his new outfit is intense!
Grabe, ang kamandag ng bago niyang outfit!
crazy or captivating behavior
Her charm is really something; you can't avoid her!
Kakaiba talaga ang kamandag niya, hindi siya naiiwasan!
lying or deception
Don't be fooled by the charm of people here.
Huwag kang magpaloko sa kamandag ng mga tao dito.