Pagkaok (en. Howling)

pag-kaw-ok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Howling is a sound typically made by animals, such as dogs or wolves, as a means of communication.
We heard howling from the western part of the forest.
Nakarinig kami ng pagkaok mula sa kanlurang bahagi ng gubat.
A way to call or invite commonly used by groups of animals.
The howling of wolves summons other members of their pack.
Ang pagkaok ng mga lobo ay nag-aanyaya sa iba pang miyembro ng kanilang grupo.

Etymology

derived from the word 'kawok' which means the call or sound made by an animal.

Common Phrases and Expressions

but in howling
but in calling or inviting.
ngunit sa pagkaok

Related Words

groan
A sound made by animals, usually related to distress or discomfort.
ungol

Slang Meanings

To eat or enjoy food together with friends.
Let's all pagkaok later at Jolo's house!
Sama-sama tayong mag-pagkaok mamaya sa bahay ni Jolo!
To indulge or try out delicious food immensely.
Wow, the pagkaok we had at that restaurant was amazing!
Grabe, ang sarap ng pagkaok namin sa restaurant na yun!
Eating much more than usual.
He drank a bottle of beer and then he pagkaok'd on pizza!
Uminom siya ng isang bote ng beer at nag-pagkaok na siya ng pizza!