Magkanggrena (en. Gangrene)
/maɡkaŋɡɾena/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The process of having gangrene in a part of the body.
Juan's foot developed gangrene due to lack of blood circulation.
Ang paa ni Juan ay nag-magkanggrena dahil sa hindi pagtanggap ng dugo.
The existence of dead tissue in the body that leads to decay.
If a wound is not treated promptly, it may develop gangrene.
Kapag hindi agad nagamot ang sugat, posible itong magkanggrena.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'gangrene' which refers to a condition or disease that damages the body's tissues.
Common Phrases and Expressions
experienced gangrene
showing that a person has had the condition of gangrene.
nakaranas ng kanggrena
Related Words
gangrene
A condition where body tissues deteriorate and die.
kanggrena
Slang Meanings
looks very fragrant (like too fragrant)
Wow your perfume is so magkanggrena, I get that it’s your favorite, but I’m just not used to it.
Grabe ang magkanggrena ng pabango mo, tanggap ko na 'yung paborito mo, pero 'di na ako sanay sa ganito.
full of excitement (like too happy or excited)
Your magkanggrena happiness, it's like your joy is bursting out through your smile!
Ang magkanggrena ng galak mo, parang lalabas na 'yung saya mo sa pamamagitan ng ngiti mo!
over the top (excessively so)
There are so many decorations here, it's really magkanggrena for this party!
Dami na ng decoration na 'to, ang magkanggrena na talaga sa party na ito!