Kolokyal (en. Colloquial)

/koloˈkjal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a word or expression commonly used in everyday conversation.
Many colloquial words have developed in every region of the country.
Maraming kolokyal na salita ang nabuo sa bawat rehiyon ng bansa.
Characteristic of language that is informal and dependent on local culture.
Colloquial words bring life to our language.
Ang mga kolokyal na salita ay nagbibigay-buhay sa ating wika.

Etymology

from the word 'colloquy' meaning common or informal conversation.

Common Phrases and Expressions

colloquial words
words used in informal conversation.
salitang kolokyal

Related Words

slang words
words not found in the dictionary and often used only in a particular group.
salitang balbal
formal
words used in formal conversation or writing.
pormal

Slang Meanings

to make it more casual or thrilling
Wow, their colloquial nicknames for each other are so cute!
Naku, ang ganda ng kolokyal na tawagan nila sa isa't isa!
words or expressions used by the masses
Colloquial language is often avoided in formal discussions.
Ang kolokyal na salita ay madalas na iniiwasan sa mga pormal na usapan.
informal style of speaking
You should be aware of the colloquial conversations in our group.
Dapat maging aware ka sa kolokyal na usapan sa grupo namin.