Akong kasingkasing

My heart

Pronunciation

ah-kong kah-sing-KAH-sing (approximately)

Word by word

akong = my (possessive form related to ako, “I”)
kasingkasing = heart

Meaning and context

It literally means “my heart.” It can refer to the physical organ or be used poetically and affectionately for someone dear. In romantic speech, tone and context determine whether it functions as a term of endearment.