Kilwa (en. Quench)
kil-wah
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of stopping or preventing something from growing or spreading.
The quenching of the fire caused severe damage to the forest.
Ang kilwa ng apoy ay nagdulot ng matinding pinsala sa kagubatan.
The extinguishing or end of the fire.
We need equipment to achieve the quenching of the fire.
Kailangan natin ang mga kagamitan upang makuha ang kilwa ng apoy.
Etymology
From the root word 'kil' meaning 'to reach' or 'to attain'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
quenching of the fire
Stopping or extinguishing the fire.
kilwa ng apoy
quench thirst
To remove thirst or dryness.
kilwain ang uhaw
Related Words
extinguishment
An effort to remove fire or something burning.
pag-apula
Slang Meanings
Extremely happy or a person's joy.
Wow, I'm so kilwa when I saw you!
Grabe, ang kilwa ko nang makita kita!
Excited or enthusiastic about something.
I'm so kilwa about this new game!
Kilwa na kilwa ako sa bagong laro na ito!
Energetic or full of life.
I wish I had your kilwa energy!
Sana all, ang kilwa ng energy mo!