Morkon (en. Morgon)

/mɔr.kɔŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of local food often made from animal entrails.
Morkon is a favorite of many people in our town.
Ang morkon ay paborito ng maraming tao sa aming bayan.
A nutritious dish made from pieces of meat.
People enjoy morkon because of its unique taste.
Tinatangkilik ng mga tao ang morkon dahil sa natatangi nitong lasa.
Usually served during celebrations or festivals.
Morkon is always included in the feast food at our festival.
Ang morkon ay laging kasama sa handang pagkain sa aming pista.

Etymology

Blood in the History of Filipinos

Common Phrases and Expressions

Morkon in the Festival
A special dish during the festival.
Morkon sa Pista

Related Words

dinuguan
A dish made from pig's blood and entrails.
dinuguan
tinigang
A type of soup that is usually flavorful.
tinigang

Slang Meanings

looks crazy or enticing
Your new song release is so morkon, I want it right away!
Napaka-morkon ng bagong labas na kanta niyo, gusto ko na agad!
show-off or noisy person
He's the morkon in the group, always loud and wants to steal the show.
Siya yung morkon sa grupo, palaging maingay at bida-bida.