Kumandong (en. To sway)

ku-man-dong

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to tilt or lean while standing.
The tree swayed strongly in the wind.
Kumandong ang puno sa hangin nang malakas.
The action of rocking something from one side to the other.
His body swayed while he was sleeping on the bus.
Kumandong ang kanyang katawan habang siya'y natutulog sa bus.
Sometimes refers to movement caused by rhythm or sound.
He swayed to the sound of the music.
Kumandong siya sa tunog ng musika.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Sway to the rhythm
To align or accompany the rhythm of the music.
Kumandong sa ritmo

Related Words

to sway
A process of moving or synchronizing with anything.
gumiya

Slang Meanings

To move or act in a gentle manner
Move already, you might get caught in class.
Kumandong ka na, baka mahuli ka sa klase.
To make a simple movement or action
Just move a little, there's not much to do.
Kumandong ka lang, wala namang masyadong ginagawa.
To change position or place
Move to another part of the seat.
Kumandong ka naman sa ibang parte ng upuan.