Kalabog (en. Thud)

/kalaˈbog/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A loud sound caused by an object falling or colliding.
We heard a thud from above when Maria dropped the book.
Narinig namin ang kalabog mula sa itaas kapag naglaglag ng libro si Maria.
Sound of a strong collision between two or more objects.
There was a thud when the two vehicles collided.
May kalabog na nangyari nang magkabanggaan ang dalawang sasakyan.
Refers to any unexpected heavy sound.
The sudden thud outside startled the people.
Ang biglang kalabog sa labas ay nagdulot ng takot sa mga tao.

Etymology

From the word 'labog' meaning sound or something that has fallen.

Common Phrases and Expressions

there's a thud
there was a loud sound from something that fell or collided.
may kalabog

Related Words

sound
Vibrations that produce hearing.
tunog

Slang Meanings

chill or relax
Just chill while studying, everything will be easier!
Kalabog ka lang habang nag-aaral, mas madali ang lahat!
to move around or be noisy
The kids are making noise outside, they're having so much fun.
Nagkalabog ang mga bata sa labas, sobrang saya nila.
to party or enjoy
Join us, let's party at Juan's house later!
Sama ka sa amin, magkalabog tayo sa bahay ni Juan mamaya!