kasado
kasádo with stress marks
ready (gun/bet)
From root: kasa
Usage Note
Kasado is derived from kasá (to cock, to prime) and describes something that is primed and ready to go. In cockfighting culture it means a bet has been placed and confirmed; colloquially it means 'set', 'locked in', or 'all ready' in any situation.
Examples
" Kasado na ang plano. "
Natural Translation
The plan is all set.
Literal Translation
Set already the plan.
" Ang baril ay kasado na. "
Natural Translation
The gun is already ready.
Literal Translation
The gun is ready now.
" Kasado na ang lahat para sa kasal, kaya tumigil ka na sa pag-aalala at magpahinga. "
Natural Translation
Everything is locked in for the wedding, so stop worrying and get some rest.
Literal Translation
Set already the all for the wedding, so stop you now at worrying and rest.
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