Balumbong (en. Trumpet)

/ba.lum.bong/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of instrument that uses air to produce sound.
He played the trumpet at their celebration.
Tumugtog siya ng balumbong sa kanilang pagdiriwang.
A symbol of celebration and unity in gatherings.
The sound of the trumpet captivated everyone in the plaza.
Ang tunog ng balumbong ay pumukaw sa lahat ng tao sa plaza.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'bungong' referring to a trumpet or musical instrument.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't forget the trumpet for the parade.
Important to have a trumpet in the parade.
Huwag kalimutan ang balumbong sa parada.

Related Words

music
The art of creating sounds with a pleasing flow.
musika
play
The act of producing sound using an instrument.
tugtog

Slang Meanings

A person with bad behavior.
My friend is such a balumbong, he's always the cause of trouble.
Sobrang balumbong ng kaibigan ko, lagi na lang siyang nagiging dahilan ng gulo.
A person who loves gossiping.
Jenny is like a balumbong, she can't sit still until she gets involved in the conversation.
Parang balumbong si Jenny, hindi siya mapakali hangga’t di nakaka-akyat sa usapan.
A useless person who always talks too much.
No matter what Liam says, he's a balumbong in the group, no one listens to him.
Kahit anong sabihin ni Liam, balumbong siya sa grupo, walang nakikinig sa kanya.