Kiling (en. Killing)

/kiːling/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The act of killing or destroying life.
Murder is a serious crime.
Ang pagpatay ay isang malubhang krimen.
An event where a person or animal loses its life.
The killing of endangered species is unacceptable.
Ang kiling ng mga endangered species ay hindi katanggap-tanggap.
The action of dealing with the intent to cause death.
We must fight against actions that lead to killing.
Dapat nating labanan ang mga pagkilos na nagiging sanhi ng kiling.

Etymology

Native language of the Filipinos.

Common Phrases and Expressions

killing time
Spending time on trivial activities.
killing time
killing spree
A series of murders that occur in a short period.
kiling spree

Related Words

to die
The cessation of life of a person or animal.
mamatay
to kill
The act of causing death to a being.
pumatay

Slang Meanings

A cool or awesome person.
You guys are really awesome, you're so cool right now!
Ang galing niyo, sobrang kiling niyo ngayon!
Super cute or attractive.
Your outfit is just too cute.
Yung outfit mo kasi, kiling masyado.
Favorite or popular person.
He's really the coolest in school, everyone is attracted to him.
Siya talaga ang kiling sa school, lahat naaattract sa kanya.