Kumbusyon (en. Combustion)

/kumˈbusyon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of burning an object that releases heat and light.
The combustion of wood is one of the primary sources of heat in homes.
Ang kumbusyon ng kahoy ay isa sa mga pangunahing pinagkukunan ng init sa mga tahanan.
The chemical reaction that produces heat by burning a substance in the presence of oxygen.
In his experiment, he studied the combustion of various types of fuels.
Sa kanyang eksperimento, pinag-aralan niya ang kumbusyon ng iba't ibang uri ng gasolina.
A method of converting chemical energy into heat that can be used.
Engines rely on combustion to generate power.
Ang mga makina ay umaasa sa kumbusyon upang makabuo ng lakas.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin word 'combustio' meaning invitation or burning.

Common Phrases and Expressions

coal combustion
Burning of coal as an energy source.
kumbusyon ng karbon
combustion in engines
The process of burning in engines to generate power.
kumbusyon sa mga makina

Related Words

burning
The act of creating fire or destroying any material through fire.
pagsunog
oxygen
An element required for the process of combustion.
oksiheno

Slang Meanings

Basically, it's a fun gathering or party.
Tomorrow there's a kumbusyon at the barangay, come join us!
Bukas may kumbusyon sa barangay, tara sama ka!
The loud drumming or merriment often found in gatherings.
The kumbusyon was so fun, it felt like the singing would never end!
Sobrang saya sa kumbusyon, parang walang katapusan ang kanta!