Gambulin (en. Prostrate)

/ɡam·bu·lin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of physical weakness or exhaustion.
After a long day, he collapsed in prostration and could hardly move.
Matapos ang mahabang araw, siya ay nahulog sa gambulin at hindi na makagalaw.
Condition where a person is lying on the ground or on a platform.
The soldiers were ordered to be prostrate while waiting for orders.
Ang mga sundalo ay inutusan na maging gambulin habang nag-aantay ng utos.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

prostrate oneself
Rest or give time to recharge.
gambulin ang sarili

Related Words

tiredness
A condition caused by intense work or activity.
pagod

Slang Meanings

training or preparation that carries hidden risks
Prepare those things outside before it rains.
Gambulin mo na yung mga gamit sa labas bago mag-ulan.
an opportunity to be caught or recognized
Sometimes just disguise your behavior in front of people so you won't end up like him.
Minsan gambulin mo na lang ang ugali mo sa harap ng mga tao para hindi ka matulad sa kanya.