Gamugamo (en. Moth)

/ɡa.mu.ˈɡa.mo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of insect that is often similar to a butterfly but more commonly appears at night.
The moth is seen around the light at night.
Ang gamugamo ay nakikita sa paligid ng ilaw tuwing gabi.
The moth is usually gray or brown in color.
There are different species of moths with various colors.
May mga iba't ibang uri ng gamugamo na may iba't ibang kulay.
The moth has wings that are softer compared to the wings of a butterfly.
The difference between a moth and a butterfly is the texture of their wings.
Ang pagkakaiba ng gamugamo at paru-paro ay ang texture ng kanilang mga pakpak.

Etymology

Spanish: gamugamo

Common Phrases and Expressions

Moth in the daytime
A situation where a moth is seen at an inappropriate time.
Gamugamo sa araw

Related Words

butterfly
A type of insect similar to a moth but actively appears during the day.
paru-paro
insect
A broad group of animals with exoskeletons, wings, and legs.
insekto

Slang Meanings

Wow, that's impressive!
Dude, you're like a moth that doesn't belong here!
Dude, parang gamugamo ka lang na wala sa lugar!
Torch bearer or light chaser
He’s like a moth in your life, always drawn to the light.
Siya yung gamugamo sa buhay mo, laging nasa liwanag.