Kolonya (en. Cologne)

/koˈlɔn.yɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of fragrance with a lower concentration of perfume compared to perfume.
I like the scent of this cologne that I just bought.
Gusto ko ang amoy ng kolonya na ito na bagong bilhin ko.
It is commonly used on the body to have a pleasant scent.
We should apply cologne before leaving.
Dapat tayong maglagay ng kolonya bago umalis.
A liquid used for scent that may contain aromatic compounds.
He brought cologne to give to his friend.
Nagdala siya ng kolonya upang ibigay sa kanyang kaibigan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The cologne is fragrant
The cologne has a nice scent.
Mabango ang kolonya

Related Words

perfume
A broader term for liquids used for fragrance.
pabango
aroma
The scent or fragrance that comes from flowers or food.
aroma

Slang Meanings

Perfume used for fragrance.
Where did you buy your cologne? It smells fresh!
Saan ka bumili ng kolonya mo? Amoy fresh!
A hygiene product or something to put on the skin before going out.
Because it's hot, I put on some cologne to smell nice.
Dahil mainit, naglagay ako ng kolonya para mas mabango.
Forget about smelling good, it’s just for show!
Let’s skip the cologne and just use water; it’s better that way.
Huwag na lang kolonya, tubig na lang, mas okay na.