Dumibuho (en. To be dumb)

/du.mi.bu.ho/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The inability to speak or produce sound.
Juan became dumb when he got scared of the dog.
Dumibuho si Juan nang siya ay matakot sa aso.
The state of being silent or inactive.
The group became dumb as they contemplated their next steps.
Dumibuho ang grupo habang iniisip ang kanilang mga susunod na hakbang.

Etymology

Derived from the English 'dumb' combined with 'ibuho' which describes a manner or action.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to become dumb with fear
becoming silent and unwilling to act due to fear
dumibuho sa takot

Related Words

knot
A state of being trapped or troubled, possibly due to emotional issues or situational causes.
buhol

Slang Meanings

A shocking or surprising event.
The shocking news was unbelievable!
Ang dumibuho na balita ay hindi kapani-paniwala!
Something that is unexpected and catches you off guard.
I was caught off guard in the game when the time suddenly extended!
Na-dumibuho ako sa laro nang biglang nag-extend ang oras!