Bisaya · Cebuano · Vocabulary
Kusog
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
Dako ang kusog sa makina.
The machine has a lot of power.
Kusog kaayo ang hangin kagabii.
The wind was very strong last night.