Lawiswis (en. Whisper)

/ˈlawiswis/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sound similar to a whisper or rustle, often coming from the wind or water.
The whisper of the wind told stories of the past.
Ang lawiswis ng hangin ay nagsalaysay ng mga kwento ng mga daw kahapon.
The sound indicating the movement of leaves or water.
I felt the whisper of water from the stream behind the house.
Naramdaman ko ang lawiswis ng tubig mula sa batis sa likod ng bahay.

Etymology

A term referring to sounds associated with water or wind.

Common Phrases and Expressions

whisper of the wind
Sound made by the wind as it flows.
lawiswis ng hangin

Related Words

whistle
A type of sound created by breathing through openings.
sipol

Slang Meanings

Just chill, relax.
Let's just chill at home today, we won't go out.
Lawiswis lang tayo sa bahay ngayon, di tayo lalabas.
Easy-going, not thinking too much.
He's fine, he's just easy-going in life.
Ayos lang siya, lawiswis lang siya sa buhay.
Just relaxed.
After the exam, dude, let's chill to celebrate!
Matapos ang exam, dude, lawiswis tayo para magcelebrate!