Kansog (en. Flame)

/kan-soɡ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of fire or flame without smell.
The kansog smoldered around the luggage that was left open.
Ang kansog ay umuusok sa paligid ng bagahe na naiwang bukas.
The kansog shows an intensity of fire during cooking or food preparation.
The chef used the kansog for quick frying of food.
Ginamit ng chef ang kansog para sa mabilis na pagprito ng pagkain.
Sometimes used in traditional ceremonies with the intention of attracting good fortune.
A kansog was placed on the altar to ask for blessings.
Isang kansog ang nailagay sa altar upang humiling ng mga biyaya.

Etymology

The term 'kansog' comes from the root word 'kanso' which means circular or round in shape.

Common Phrases and Expressions

blazing flame
A very strong fire.
nagliliyab na kansog

Related Words

fire
A spirit associated with the heat and light brought by fire.
kani

Slang Meanings

Like
I really like you!
Kansog na kansog ako sa iyo!
Doesn't care
She's just chilling, she doesn't care about what's happening.
Kansog lang siya, hindi siya bothered sa nangyayari.
Just
Just whatever, as long as we're happy.
Kansog na lang, basta masaya tayo.