Bulubod (en. Mound)

/buˈlu.bod/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A heap or cluster of soil or materials that rises from the ground.
The mounds around the park enhance the view.
Ang mga bulubod sa paligid ng parke ay ginagawang mas maganda ang tanawin.
A structure created for artistic or surface purposes.
There are various mounds in the garden that bring life to the plants.
Mayroong iba't ibang bulubod sa garden na nagbibigay buhay sa mga tanim.
A form of earth formation that can serve as a habitat for animals.
The mound can be a home for birds in the summer.
Ang bulubod ay maaaring maging tahanan ng mga ibon sa tag-init.

Etymology

Tagalog word derived from the root 'bulo' meaning a hard part of the human or animal body.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mound of earth
a heap of soil that has been arranged in a specific manner for purposes.
bulubod ng lupa

Related Words

mountain
A large landform that rises significantly above its surroundings.
bundok
embankment
Forms of mounds around which can strengthen the ground.
pampalakas

Slang Meanings

flooded area or waterlogged place
We need to leave here, the road is flooded and we can't pass.
Kailangan nating umalis dito, bulubod na ang daan at di na tayo makadaan.
messy place or difficult to navigate
Their house is a total mess, looks like it hasn’t been cleaned.
Ang bahay nila, bulubod na ng gamit, parang di na nalinis.
overwhelmed or flooded with problems
He has so many problems, he's totally overwhelmed.
Ang dami ng problema niya, bulubod na bulubod na siya.