Gumalbot (en. Caterwaul)

goo-mahl-bot

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of having a loud voice or yelling often used in arguments.
The children caterwauled while playing outside.
Nag-gumalbot ang mga bata habang naglalaro sa labas.
The act of drinking or shouting, accompanied by protest or sentiment.
People caterwauled in protest against the law.
Ang mga tao ay nag-gumalbot sa pagtutol sa batas.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to caterwaul
to speak or shout loudly
gumalbot ng boses

Related Words

voice
The sound produced by a person when speaking or singing.
tinig
shout
A loud sound typically coming from calling or rebuking.
sigaw

Slang Meanings

Getting angry or aggressive suddenly.
Wow, he suddenly exploded when I asked that.
Aba, biglang gumalbot siya nung tinanong ko yun.
Facing threats or challenges without fear.
He didn't want to leave, he really wanted to stand his ground in the fight.
Ayaw niyang umalis, gusto niya talagang gumalbot sa laban.
Uncontrollable excessive or intense anger.
His anger was off the charts, he was like a madman at the reunion.
Grabe na yung galit niya, para siyang gumalbot sa inis sa reunion.