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Bisaya · Cebuano · Vocabulary

Kusog

English

power; strength; potency; energynoun

Alternative meanings

power; strength; energy; intensity; capacity; vigor

Pronunciation

KOO-sog

Root and affixes

Kusog can be a noun or adjective related to strength, speed, intensity, or volume. Gahom/gahum is used more for power, authority, or influence.

Variants or conjugations

power/authority; power; energy; force; strong/potent

Related words and expressions

strong; sturdy; power; energy; force

Meaning and usage notes

For physical power, intensity, or energy, kusog is natural. For power as a powerful country or political authority, gahom/gahum may be more precise. For technical electrical power, use kuryente, wattage, or enerhiya depending on context.

power, strength, energy
Example 1

Dako ang kusog sa makina.

The machine has a lot of power.

Example 2

Kusog kaayo ang hangin kagabii.

The wind was very strong last night.

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