Dilubyo (en. Deluge)
/diˈlubjɔ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A strong and rapid flow of water, often causing flooding.
The deluge caused significant damage to people's homes.
Ang dilubyo ay nagdulot ng malaking pinsala sa mga tahanan ng mga tao.
Condition of excessive water causing problems in a place.
The deluge in the town resulted in the evacuation of residents.
Ang dilubyo sa bayan ay nagresulta sa evacuation ng mga residente.
Analysis of challenges brought by rainfall or flooding.
The deluges in the past year pushed the government to create a better warning system.
Ang mga dilubyo sa nakaraang taon ay nagtulak sa gobyerno na gumawa ng mas mahusay na sistema ng paunang babala.
Etymology
From the Spanish word 'deluvio' meaning 'downpour' or 'flood'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
deluge of water
A large flow of water causing flooding.
dilubyo ng tubig
Related Words
flood
A common term for the rise of water in areas that are not typically wet.
baha
rain
Rainfall can lead to the formation of a deluge in areas.
ulan
Slang Meanings
Crowded or cramped place
Wow, the area was dilubyo with people at the concert last night!
Grabe, ang dilubyo ng mga tao sa concert kagabi!
Outburst of emotions, often in anger or fear
That situation was dilubyo, I didn't know what to do anymore.
Nakaka-dilubyo 'yung sitwasyong iyon, hindi ko na alam ang gagawin.