Poison in Tagalog

“Poison” in Tagalog is “Lason” – a term that carries significant weight in Filipino culture and daily conversations. Understanding this word and its various contexts can help you navigate safety discussions, medical situations, and even idiomatic expressions in the Philippines.

[Words] = Poison

[Definition]

• Poison /ˈpɔɪzən/
• Noun: A substance that can cause death, injury, or harm to organisms when introduced or absorbed.
• Verb: To administer poison to; to contaminate or pollute with harmful substances.

[Synonyms] = Lason, Kamandag, Nakalalasong bagay, Hilo, Makamandág

[Example]

• Ex1_EN: The rat ate the poison that was left in the corner of the warehouse.
• Ex1_PH: Kinain ng daga ang lason na iniwan sa sulok ng bodega.
• Ex2_EN: Snake poison can be deadly if not treated immediately with antivenom.
• Ex2_PH: Ang kamandag ng ahas ay maaaring nakamamatay kung hindi agad gagamutin ng antivenom.
• Ex3_EN: She accidentally drank the poison thinking it was water.
• Ex3_PH: Aksidenteng nainom niya ang lason na akala niya ay tubig.
• Ex4_EN: Industrial waste can poison the river and harm aquatic life.
• Ex4_PH: Ang industriyal na basura ay maaaring makapaglason sa ilog at makapinsala sa mga isda.
• Ex5_EN: Keep all poison and toxic chemicals away from children’s reach.
• Ex5_PH: Itago ang lahat ng lason at nakakalasong kemikal sa lugar na hindi maaabot ng mga bata.