Kulas (en. Kulas)

/ku-las/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of bird often seen in forests.
The kulas has long wings and artistic colors.
Ang kulas ay may mahahabang pakpak at masining na mga kulay.
A slang term often used to refer to a person with an attractive appearance.
My friend Marco is really kulas with his new hairstyle.
Ang kaibigan kong si Marco ay talagang kulas sa kanyang bagong hairstyle.

Etymology

This word comes from the Spanish word 'culás', which refers to the pecking order among animals.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Kulas sa ganda
Refers to good looks or attractiveness.
Kulas sa ganda

Related Words

pugad
A nest where birds raise their eggs.
pugad

Slang Meanings

friend or buddy
Hey, kulas! Let's go to the corner and chill.
Hoy, kulas! Tara na sa kanto, mag-chill tayo.
a local or tough character
He's the kulas of the neighborhood, always hanging out on the street.
Siya ang kulas ng barrio, palaging nandiyan sa kalsada.
group of friends or crew
When there's an outing, call kulas! He's always with us.
Kapag may lakad, tawagin si kulas! Kasama siya lagi.