Kuwitis (en. Firecracker)

ku-wi-tis

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of firecracker often used in celebrations.
We bought firecrackers for the New Year celebration.
Bumili kami ng kuwitis para sa selebrasyon ng bagong taon.
Small firecrackers that can be manually ignited.
Caution is needed when using firecrackers due to their danger.
Kailangan ng ingat sa paggamit ng kuwitis dahil sa panganib nito.

Etymology

Tagalog Language

Common Phrases and Expressions

the firecracker exploded
there was a loud sound caused by the firecracker.
sumabog ang kuwitis

Related Words

explosion
The process of releasing energy in the form of sound and light.
pagsabog
firework
A larger type of firecracker used in celebrations.
pabuto

Slang Meanings

explosion or breaking
I saw the firecracker explode in the sky last night.
Nakita ko ang kuwitis na sumabog sa langit kaninang gabi.
loud firecrackers
The firecrackers during New Year are really scary.
Ang mga kuwitis sa New Year ay talagang nakakatakot.
annoyance or hassle
The traffic in Metro Manila is such a hassle!
Sobrang kuwitis ng traffic sa buong Maynila!