Daluyanguhog (en. Drainage)
/da.lu.jang.u.hog/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A process of removing water from a place.
The drainage is essential in preventing flooding.
Ang daluyanguhog ay mahalaga sa pag-iwas sa pagbaha.
A system or structure used for the flow of water.
The new drainage was constructed to improve irrigation.
Ang bagong daluyanguhog ay ginawa upang mapabuti ang irigasyon.
A type of waterway designed to discharge excess water.
We installed a drainage system for better management of rainwater.
Nag-install kami ng daluyanguhog para sa mas mahusay na pamamahala ng tubig-ulan.
Etymology
From the words 'daluyan' (to flow) and 'hugog' (to drain) which suggest the flow or drainage of water.
Common Phrases and Expressions
drainage system
A structure that manages the flow and removal of water.
sistema ng daluyanguhog
proper drainage
A drainage that effectively removes water.
maayos na daluyanguhog
Related Words
irrigation
A process of supplying water to land to enhance crop growth.
irigasyon
flood
A natural occurrence where water rises and inundates areas.
baha
Slang Meanings
messy or chaotic
Their house is so daluyanguhog that we can't play there.
Ang bahay nila ang daluyanguhog, kaya hindi kami makapaglaro doon.
full of clutter
My room is daluyanguhog after the birthday party.
Ang kwarto ko ay daluyanguhog pagkatapos ng birthday party.
a lot of unfinished things
My laptop is always daluyanguhog, so many tasks that are not yet done.
Laging daluyanguhog ang laptop ko, daming tasks na hindi pa nagagawa.