Wakwak (en. Wakwak)

ˈwɑːkwɑːk

Meaning & Definition

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noun

A type of sound produced by birds, typically from flying animals.

I heard the bird's chirp in the morning.

Narinig ko ang wakwak ng ibon sa umaga.

Also refers to a type of folk tale or story related to beings that interfere with humans.

The elders often tell wakwak stories to children at night.

Ang mga matatanda ay madalas magkwento ng wakwak sa mga bata sa gabi.

The word 'wakwak' originates from the native language of Filipinos, associated with the sound made by certain birds or animals.

The birds are chirping

The birds are making sounds.

Wakwak ang mga ibon

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Related to creatures mentioned in wakwak stories.

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A dwarf ghost or monster from ancient times

That's why he's afraid of the dark road, because a wakwak might pass by.

Kaya pala natatakot siya sa madilim na daan, kasi baka may wakwak na dumaan.

Sound heard when there's extra trouble or commotion happening

I heard a wakwak from the house next door, it seems something bad has happened.

Nakarinig ako ng wakwak sa kabilang bahay, tila may nangyaring hindi maganda.

Used as a joke for those afraid or those who love ghost stories

That's just a joke, there's no wakwak coming here.

Biro lang yun, walang wakwak na darating dito.