Gumaralgal (en. Algal)

/ɡu.maˈral.ɡal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Related to algae or capable of causing damage to aquatic ecosystems.
The source of algal flora in the lake is causing water degradation.
Ang pagmumulan ng gumaralgal na halaman sa lawa ay nagiging sanhi ng pagkasira ng tubig.
Provides nutrients that may lead to excessive algal blooms.
The increase in nutrients from fertilizers results in algal-infested waters.
Ang pagdami ng mga nutrients mula sa mga fertilizers ay nagreresulta sa gumaralgal na tubig.

Common Phrases and Expressions

algal water
Water filled with algae, which can harm aquatic life.
gumaralgal na tubig

Related Words

alga
A type of plant that can grow in water and may harm the health of the ecosystem.
alga
eutrophication
The process of nutrient increase in water that leads to excessive algal blooms.
eutrophication

Slang Meanings

To be chaotic or to act flashy in a situation.
We were kind of wild at the party last night, it was so much fun!
Parang gumagalgal kami sa party kagabi, sobrang saya!
To hang out or bond without a set time.
We just chilled after class at the cafeteria.
Gumaralgal kami pagkatapos ng klase sa cafeteria.