Kislig (en. Lively)
/ˈkis.lɪg/
Meaning & Definition
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adjective
The word 'kislig' refers to something full of life or liveliness.
The children are playing in the garden with a lively spirit.
Ang mga bata ay naglalaro sa hardin na may kislig na damdamin.
Can describe a person full of energy and joy.
He is a lively person who is always smiling.
Siya ay isang kislig na tao na lagi nang naka-ngiti.
Shows lively action or behavior.
Their lively dance brings joy to everyone.
Ang kanilang mga kislig na sayaw ay nagbibigay ng saya sa lahat.
Etymology
From the word 'kisig' meaning lively or spirited.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lively spirit
A feeling of liveliness and happiness.
kislig na diwa
Related Words
liveliness
The state of being lively or full of life.
kasiglahan
happiness
The state of having joy or pleasure.
kaligayahan
Slang Meanings
Sweet but without much flavor, sort of meaningless.
The candy I'm eating is kislig, not tasty at all.
Ang kinakain kong kendi, kislig lang, walang sarap.
A young or immature person.
The one who's always fighting in the group is kislig because he's not yet mature.
Ang laging nag-aaway sa grupo, kislig kasi di pa mature.
An overly simple thing that you wouldn't regret.
I don't like this dress, it's just kislig so I won't buy it.
Hindi ko gusto tong damit, kislig lang naman kaya di ko ito bibili.