Ipagbunganga (en. To brag or talk excessively)

i-pag-bu-gan-ga

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of speaking or expressing about a person or thing, often in a boastful manner.
He began to brag about his new car to all his friends.
Nagsimula na siyang ipagbunganga ang kanyang bagong kotse sa lahat ng kanyang mga kaibigan.
The incessant talking, which may mention things that should not be discussed.
Don't talk excessively about private matters that should only be entrusted.
Huwag kang ipagbunganga ng mga pribadong bagay na dapat ay ipinagkakatiwala lamang.
The act of expressing information about another person that may not be known or without their permission.
It's not good to talk excessively about someone else's problems.
Hindi maganda na ipagbunganga ang problema ng ibang tao.

Etymology

from the word 'bunganga' meaning 'mouth' and 'ipag' meaning 'to boast' or 'to announce'

Common Phrases and Expressions

to brag about oneself
to speak about one’s own successes or possessions with excessive pride
ipagbunganga ang sarili

Related Words

mouth
The part of the body used for eating and speaking; can also refer to a person who talks a lot.
bunganga
to speak
The act of conveying information or opinion through speaking.
magsalita

Slang Meanings

To gossip
Did you know? Your classmate said she would gossip about what Mark did.
Alam mo ba? Sabi ng kaklase mo, ipagbunganga raw niya yung ginawa ni Mark.
To reveal (secrets)
Don't spill our secret, okay?
Huwag mong ipagbunganga ang sikreto natin, ha?
To engage in gossiping
She's gossiping with everyone about Kevin in the cafeteria.
Nakikipag-ipagbunganga siya sa lahat sa kevin sa cafeteria.