Kuba (en. Hunchback)

/ˈku.bɐ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A person with a defect in the back that causes a curvature.

It is said that Mang Juan is a hunchback because of his condition.

Sinasabing si Mang Juan ay kuba dahil sa kanyang kalagayan.

adjective

Related to the term 'kuba' which pertains to having a curvature or abnormal formation.

His hunchbacked back causes problems in his walking.

Ang kuba niyang likod ay nagdudulot ng problema sa kanyang paglalakad.

Hunchbacked, yet strength still shows.

Even with a physical disability, one can still be resilient.

Kuba man, bakas pa rin ang lakas.

letter

A terminology often used to provide examples of people with a group of physical conditions.

titik

being outdated or silly

She looks so outdated in her outfit!

Parang kuba naman siya sa suot niyang damit!

a person with a posture defect

People with a hunchback often look pitiful.

Ang mga kuba ay kadalasang nakakaawa.

extreme tiredness

I'm so worn out from working.

Sobrang kuba na ako sa kakatrabaho.