Ihulog (en. Drop)
/i.hu.lóg/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of letting go or lowering an object from a higher place.
Drop the ball on the ground.
Ihulog mo ang bola sa lupa.
The act of releasing something from the hand or the action of abandoning it.
Out of fear, he dropped his cellphone.
Dahil sa takot, inihulog niya ang kanyang cellphone.
The sudden dropping of an object onto the ground or onto another object.
Drop the papers in the trash can.
Ihulog mo ang mga papel sa basurahan.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'hulog' meaning 'to drop' or 'to let go'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
drop your spirit
Give your full effort or dedication.
ihulog mo ang diwa mo
drop your heart
To express love or feelings.
ihulog ang loob
Related Words
drop
The base form of the verb meaning 'to lower'.
hulog
drop door
Type of door that can easily open with a quick motion.
ihulog na pinto
Slang Meanings
to throw down
He's so angry, he just wants to be thrown down to the ground!
Sobrang galit niya, parang ihulog na lang siya sa lupa!
to give up
When you fail, it's like you want to throw down all your pain.
Pag nabigo ka, parang gusto mong ihulog lahat ng pagsasakits mo.