Kumalugkalog (en. Abandon)

/ku-ma-lug-ka-log/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To forsake or turn away from a person or thing.
He abandoned his dreams after the losses.
Siya ay kumalugkalog sa kanyang mga pangarap matapos ang mga pagkatalo.

Etymology

Tagalog origin related to forsaking or abandoning

Common Phrases and Expressions

forsook due to lack
escaped or avoided responsibilities due to lack of support.
kumalugkalog sa kakulangan

Related Words

turn back
Representation of leaving or turning away from a person or situation.
talikod
leave
The process of abandoning something or someone.
iwan

Slang Meanings

too lazy to move or act
I just lounged around all day, I had no desire to study.
Kumalugkalog lang ako buong araw, wala akong ganang mag-aral.
wasting time
Don't just loaf around, we need to finish this project.
Huwag kang kumalugkalog, dapat tayong tapusin ang project na ito.