Gumulang (en. To shake)

gu-mu-lang

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To make a movement or action on something.
The ground shook beneath my feet.
Gumulang ang lupa sa ilalim ng aking mga paa.
To get out or rise from a state of stillness.
He moved from the chair upon hearing his name.
Gumulang siya mula sa upuan nang marinig ang kanyang pangalan.
To initiate a new movement or action.
People moved in the plaza for the gathering.
Gumulang ang mga tao sa plaza para sa salu-salo.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'ulang' which means 'to shake' or 'to move.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to shake the heart
Having feelings or a surge of emotion.
gumulang ang puso
to shake the mind
The beginning of thoughts or ideas.
gumulang ang isip

Related Words

sound
A noise that can be caused by the movement or action of something.
ugong
motion
The action or manner in which a person or thing moves.
galaw

Slang Meanings

to make noise or create noise
The kids need to gumulang while they're playing.
Kailangang gumulang ang mga bata sa kanilang paglalaro.
to have fun or party
Hey dude, let's gumulang at Kuya's house!
Pare, tara na at gumulang tayo sa bahay ni Kuya!
to disturb or break the silence
There's no gumulang while I'm studying!
Walang kahit anong gumulang habang nag-aaral ako!