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    Kwento (en. Story)

    /ˈkwɛnto/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A narrative of events, which can be true or fictional.
    His story is full of lessons and insights.
    Ang kanyang kwento ay puno ng mga aral at impormasyon.
    A short narrative often shared or told.
    He brought a story from his travels.
    Nagdala siya ng isang kwento mula sa kanyang paglalakbay.
    Any event that can be narrated or expressed.
    Their story is full of joy.
    Ang kanilang kwento ay punung puno ng saya.

    Etymology

    It derives from the Spanish word 'cuento', meaning story or tale.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    folktale
    A type of story that typically depicts the culture and traditions of a place.
    kwentong bayan
    family story
    Stories shared within the family, often depicting their experiences.
    kwentong pamilya

    Related Words

    writer
    A person who writes stories or narratives.
    manunulat
    reader
    A person who reads stories or works written by others.
    mambabasa

    Slang Meanings

    a long-winded or unbelievable story
    Your story is so long, it's like a movie!
    Ang haba ng kwento mo, parang pelikula na!
    juicy gossip or rumors about someone
    There's a new story about Juan, it's gossip again!
    May bagong kwento kay Juan, chismis na naman ito!
    an interesting event or experience
    The story of our trip to Boracay was so fun!
    Ang kwento ng trip namin sa Boracay, ang saya!