Kerwe (en. Festivity)

ker-we

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A local celebration or festivity often featuring games, food, and entertainment.
The kerwe was held in the plaza last week.
Ang kerwe ay ginanap sa plaza noong nakaraang linggo.
A celebration held as a thanksgiving for harvests or blessings received.
The farmers' kerwe is a traditional celebration.
Ang kerwe ng mga magsasaka ay isang tradisyonal na pagdiriwang.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Town festival
A large kerwe held in a town.
Pista ng bayan

Related Words

festival
A type of kerwe usually held during celebrations.
pista
gathering
A gathering or celebration where people come together to eat and celebrate.
salusalo

Slang Meanings

A combination of 'keri' and 'wow', usually used in situations that are fun or amusing.
Kerwe! Our trip to the beach was so fun!
Kerwe! Ang saya naman ng ating trip sa beach!
Reflects joy or excitement, like 'let's go' but in a happier context.
Kerwe! Let's go to the concert!
Kerwe! Tara na sa concert!