Kutog (en. Tick)

ku.tog

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sound produced by something that makes or enhances a sound.
The tick of the clock indicates that it is ticking.
Ang kutog ng relo ay nagpapakita na ito ay nagta-tick.
The sound you often hear in the surroundings when animals are eating.
I heard a sound from the garden, perhaps a rat is eating.
Nakarinig ako ng kutog mula sa hardin, marahil may kinakain na daga.
A consistent sound made by things while functioning.
The sound of the washing machine is a familiar noise in every household.
Ang kutog ng makinang panghugas ay tunog na pamilyar na sa lahat sa bahay.

Etymology

From the root word 'tug' meaning 'sound'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

making a sound
there is a sound coming from an object or scenario.
may kutog

Related Words

voice
The sound that comes from a voice or any source of sound.
tinig
rustle
A sound produced by the movement of small things.
kaluskos

Slang Meanings

Annoying noise
The noise of the kids outside is so annoying.
Ang kutog ng mga bata sa labas, nakakabuwisit na.
Just right, not too much
His joke hit just right, but I still got it.
Kutog na kutog ang dating ng joke niya, pero nakuha ko pa rin.
Dream or ambition
Before, my dream was to be a doctor, but now I just want to be an artist.
Dati, ang kutog ko ay maging doktor, pero ngayon, gusto ko na lang mag-artista.