Kawal (en. Soldier)
ka-wal
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who is a member of the armed forces.
The soldiers are ready to fight for their country.
Ang mga kawal ay handang ipaglaban ang kanilang bayan.
A trained person to engage in combat.
The soldier must undergo rigorous training.
Ang kawal ay kailangang dumaan sa masusing pagsasanay.
An individual called to provide security.
The soldier provided security at the event.
Ang kawal ay nagbigay ng seguridad sa lugar ng kaganapan.
Etymology
Kawal ay nagmula sa salitang Tagalog na nangangahulugang tagapagtanggol o sundalo.
Common Phrases and Expressions
guardian of the nation
A soldier serving for their country.
kawal ng bayan
Related Words
soldier
A person working in the military.
sundalo
Slang Meanings
Bouncer or guard at an event
Bro, he was a bouncer at the club last night, he caught a lot of drunk people.
Bro, kawal siya sa club kagabi, dami niyang hinuli na lasing.
Watcher or assistant
The guards at parties, they take care of the guests.
Ang mga kawal sa mga parties, sila yung mga nag-aasikaso sa mga bisita.
A person who moves quickly or is in a hurry
It's a loss today, we were having so much fun earlier!
Kawalan na itong araw, ang saya saya natin kanina!