Kabuntuhan (en. Sigh)

/kabun'tuhan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of sound produced by breathing with feelings of fatigue or regret.

He let out a deep sigh after a long day at work.

Naglabas siya ng isang malalim na kabuntuhan matapos ang mahabang araw sa trabaho.

An expression of emotion often associated with sadness or concern.

His sigh depicts his concern over the situation.

Ang kanyang kabuntuhan ay naglalarawan ng kanyang pag-aalala sa sitwasyon.

A sound of breathing that implies resignation or acceptance of something.

After much contemplation, he decided to just let out a sigh.

Matapos ang mahabang pag-iisip, nagpasya siyang bumuntung-hininga na lamang.

from the phrase 'buntong hininga'

regretful sigh

a sigh that shows regret or frustration

manghihinayang na kabuntuhan

tail

a part of the body found on the back of some animals, but can embody the feeling in humans.

buntot

A person who pretends to be smart but actually knows nothing.

Juan is such a kabuntuhan, he talks a lot but has no substance!

Sobrang kabuntuhan ni Juan, puro daldal pero walang laman!

Lacking knowledge but keeps talking.

Don't mind Liza, she's a kabuntuhan, saying a lot but I don't understand anything.

Huwag mong pansinin si Liza, kabuntuhan yan, ang daming sinasabi pero wala akong naiintindihan.