Kawkaw (en. Gossip)

kaw-kaw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A conversation or transmission of information that is often unclear or the result of gossip.
There is a lot of gossip in the neighborhood about the new resident.
Maraming kawkaw sa barangay tungkol sa bagong residente.
A story or news that contains unverified details.
Their gossip was about the differences in the life of artists.
Ang kanilang kawkaw ay tungkol sa pagkakaiba ng buhay ng mga artista.

Etymology

Philippines

Common Phrases and Expressions

Let's gossip!
Come on, let's talk about the news or gossip.
Magkawakaw tayo!

Related Words

gossiping
A place or activity where people chat.
tsismisan

Slang Meanings

a good conversation or chat
Our chatter earlier was so fun, it felt like we couldn't stop laughing.
Ang saya ng kawkaw namin kanina, parang di kami natapos sa kakatawa.
chitchat or gossip
We drank and gossiped about the latest news in the neighborhood.
Uminom kami at nagkawkaw ng mga latest chika sa barangay.
talking in a lighthearted or joking manner
Don't be too serious, just have a light chat!
Huwag masyadong seryoso, mag-kawkaw ka lang!