Kawiliwili (en. Whirlpool)

/ka.wi.li.wi.li/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of water formation that has a spiraling motion creating a deeper section in the middle.

The whirlpool in the lake created a large swirl of water.

Ang kawiliwili sa lawa ay bumubuo ng malaking pag-ikot ng tubig.

A situation or event that causes confusion or chaos.

The whirlpool of events in her life caused extreme stress.

Ang kawiliwili ng mga kaganapan sa kanyang buhay ay nagdulot ng labis na stress.

From the words 'kawi' and 'wili' meaning 'to scatter' or 'to create chaos'.

whirlpool of fate

The unexpected events in life that cause confusion or doubt.

kawiliwili ng tadhana

scatter

Means 'to disperse' or 'to spread'.

kawi

twirl

A verb referring to creating a twisting motion.

wili

unique or entertaining

This show is so kawiliwili, it's so much fun!

Sobrang kawiliwili ng palabas na 'to, ang saya-saya!

feels good

Your stories are so kawiliwili, you really got my attention!

Kawiliwili yung mga kwentong pinagsasabi mo, nakuha mo talagang makuha ang atensyon ko!