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    Bumughaw (en. To thirst)

    /buˈmuɡhaw/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of experiencing thirst or the desire for water.
    The athletes quickly thirsted after their intense training.
    Mabilis na bumughaw ang mga atleta pagkatapos ng kanilang matinding pagsasanay.
    Seeking or desiring anything that provides satisfaction or nourishment.
    He thirsted for knowledge and wisdom.
    Bumughaw siya para sa kaalaman at karunungan.
    A form of action that describes an intense desire.
    I thirsted for your hugs.
    Bumughaw ako para sa iyong mga yakap.

    Etymology

    Pinagmulan: Salitang pandiwa ng Tagalog, mula sa salitang-ugat na 'ughaw' na nangangahulugang 'nauuhaw'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to thirst for life
    a strong search for meaning or joy in life.
    bumughaw sa buhay

    Related Words

    thirst
    The state of being thirsty or desiring water.
    ughaw

    Slang Meanings

    To pick a fight or to get into a quarrel.
    Don't start a fight; that's not the solution to the problem.
    Huwag kang bumughaw, hindi yan ang sagot sa problema.
    To get angry or to lose one's temper.
    He got angry again when he learned that his dog was sick.
    Bumughaw na naman siya nang malaman niyang may sakit ang kanyang aso.
    To be tough or to show courage.
    You need to be tough in front of your enemies.
    Kailangan mong bumughaw sa harap ng mga kaaway mo.