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    Kutsilyo (en. Knife)

    /kuˈtsi.ljo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A sharp tool used for cutting.
    The knife is used for cutting meat.
    Ang kutsilyo ay ginagamit sa pagputol ng karne.
    A type of tool that generally has a handle and a blade.
    There are different types of knives for different purposes.
    May iba't ibang uri ng kutsilyo para sa iba't ibang gamit.
    A kitchen tool used in cooking.
    The knife is essential in food preparation.
    Mahalaga ang kutsilyo sa paghahanda ng pagkain.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'cuchillo'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    knife of life
    A tool that symbolizes danger or violence.
    kutsilyo ng buhay

    Related Words

    sundang
    A large type of knife or bolo used in farming.
    sundang
    preparation
    The process of preparing food that typically requires a knife.
    paghahanda

    Slang Meanings

    To retaliate with anger or revenge
    My friend was really sharp when I badmouthed him.
    Sobrang kutsilyo ng kaibigan ko nung siniraan ko siya.
    Quick-witted or clever
    He's so good at acting, he's like a knife!
    Ang galing niyang kumilos, parang kutsilyo!
    Common or simple task
    He's just a local; he only knows how to do basic things.
    Taga dito lang siya, kutsilyo lang ang alam gawin.