Kumendeng (en. To croak)
ku-men-deng
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to make a sound similar to that of a frog.
Frogs croak by the lake every night.
Ang mga palaka ay kumendeng sa tabi ng lawa tuwing gabi.
Creating a sound associated with the movement or activity of an animal.
The fish croak while swimming underwater.
Ang isda ay kumendeng habang lumalangoy sa ilalim ng tubig.
Speaking with a sound typically made by animals.
The birds croaked in the morning as they welcomed the day.
Kumendeng ang mga ibon sa umaga bilang kanilang sinalubong ang araw.
Etymology
Filipino word referring to the sound produced by animals, particularly marine life.
Common Phrases and Expressions
croak happily
to make a sound from joy or happiness.
kumendeng ng masaya
Related Words
frog
An animal known for drinking water and producing a croaking sound.
palaka
Slang Meanings
driving a specific advantage or beauty
His new car is beautiful, it really 'kumendeng'!
Ang kanyang bagong sasakyan, ang ganda, kumendeng talaga!
a call or pleading for their attention
I remembered him, it felt like I was 'kumendeng' in my heart.
Nakaalala ako sa kanya, parang kumendeng ako sa puso ko.
showing skill or intelligence at something
When he 'kumendeng' in the game, we all shouted!
Nang kumendeng siya sa laro, lahat kami ay sumigaw!