Kanggreho (en. Crab)

kaŋˈɡreho

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of animal belonging to the crustacean family, has two pincers at the front and lives in water.

The crab can be found on beaches and oceans.

Ang kanggreho ay makikita sa mga dalampasigan at karagatan.

An animal commonly used as food, especially in affluent countries.

The crab cooked in coconut milk is delicious.

Masarap ang kinang kanggreho na nilutong sa gata.

'Right-crab' is a specific type of crab with unique characteristics.

The right-crab turns red during the summer.

Ang kanang-kanggreho ay kulay pula sa panahon ng tag-init.

The word 'kanggreho' originates from the Spanish word 'cangrejo' which means 'crab'.

crabs by the seaside

A statement meaning that crabs are commonly seen near beaches.

kanggreho sa tabi ng dagat

mud crab

A type of crab that is smaller and has different characteristics.

alimasag

A man or person who enjoys dating and often has multiple partners.

Because of his many relationships, he seems like a player.

Dahil sa dami ng karelasyon niya, parang kanggreho na siya.

A person who always woos others even if they are not serious.

Don’t get your hopes up for him; he seems just like a player.

Huwag ka masyadong umaasa sa kanya, mukhang kanggreho lang talaga.