tandang

The word "tandang" is a Tagalog term that primarily refers to a rooster or adult male chicken. It is commonly used in the Philippines to denote a mature male chicken, often distinguished by its comb, wattles, and spurs. The term can also be used more broadly to refer to a mature bird of a species, though its most frequent application is with chickens. In some contexts, "tandang" can also carry symbolic meaning, representing bravery, dominance, or fertility, often seen in folklore and traditional expressions. The sound of a rooster's crow, known as "kokak" in Tagalog, is also intrinsically linked with the "tandang" and is a familiar sound in rural Philippine settings. The word is simple and direct, serving a straightforward descriptive purpose in everyday language and cultural references.