Kisay (en. Sand)

/kɪˈsaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A powdered material made from small pieces of stone.
Sand is important for making cement.
Ang kisay ay mahalaga para sa paggawa ng semento.
A soft material commonly found on beaches or deserts.
We built a castle from sand on the beach.
Nagtayo kami ng kastilyo mula sa kisay sa tabing-dagat.
Small grains that are the result of the erosion of rocks over time.
Sand is a product of the natural process of weathering.
Ang kisay ay produkto ng natural na proseso ng weathering.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sand in the fingers
Sifting that displays pieces of sand.
Kisay sa daliri

Related Words

sand
A key material used in construction and other industries.
buhangin

Slang Meanings

Look-alike or counterpart
You look like my favorite artist!
Kisay ang itsura mo sa paborito kong artista!
Acquaintance or friend
Who is that friend of yours that you are always with?
Sino yung kisay mo na lagi mong kasama?
Tipsy or a little drunk
She's dancing, looks a bit tipsy!
Pagsasayaw na siya, mukhang kisay na!