Dambong (en. Gravel)

/dæmboŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of small stones or sand often used in construction.
We used gravel for building the foundation of the house.
Gumamit kami ng dambong sa paggawa ng pundasyon ng bahay.
The outer covering part of materials used in various projects.
Gravel is mixed with cement for a sturdier structure.
Ang dambong ay hinahalo sa simento para sa mas matibay na estruktura.

Etymology

Bicolano language

Common Phrases and Expressions

gravel soil
soil containing a large portion of small stones or gravel.
dambong ng lupa

Related Words

stone
A solid mineral source of gravel.
bato
cement
A material used together with gravel for construction.
simento

Slang Meanings

Almost gone, very few or limited.
There's barely anything left in the warehouse, it's really just a handful.
Dambong na lang talaga ang natira sa bodega, wala nang laman.
Super tired or stressed out.
After a long day at work, I'm completely drained.
Matapos ang mahabang araw sa trabaho, dambong na ako.
Bad or disappointing situation.
I really feel annoyed with this awful situation.
Kakaiba ang damang naiinis ako sa dambong na sitwasyon na ito.