Bunto (en. Bump)

/ˈbʌnton/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A lumpy portion of the ground or something else built or lumped that forms a lump.
There is a large bun next to the road.
Mayroong malaking bunto sa tabi ng kalsada.
The increase or deterioration of a surface.
Due to the huge bunto, the vehicles had difficulty passing by.
Dahil sa malaking bunto, nahirapan ang mga sasakyan na dumaan.
Displays an uneven surface or form.
The land is derived from the rains.
Ang bunto ng lupa ay nagmula sa mga pag-ulan.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

bump of earth
a part of land with an uneven form
bunto ng lupa
will have a bump
will cause an elevation or protrusion
magkakaroon ng bunto

Related Words

heap
A similar concept referring to a pile of things.
bunton
knot
A tying or gathering together of items.
buhol

Slang Meanings

pregnant
My sister is pregnant, so we're busy with preparations.
Ang kapatid ko, bunto na siya kaya abala na kami sa paghahanda.
overwhelmed or committed
I have so much to do, I'm like overwhelmed with stress!
Ang dami ng gawain, parang bunto na ako sa stress!
full or overflowing
My bag is full of stuff!
Ang bag ko, bunto na ng mga gamit!