Kumibo (en. To move)

ku-mi-bo

Meaning & Definition

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verb
A verb meaning to make a movement or change position.
He moved under the water to stay afloat.
Kumibo siya sa ilalim ng tubig upang makalutang.
Performing a movement that can be either physical or symbolic.
The bird stirred in its nest upon the arrival of a new bird.
Kumibo ang ibon sa kanyang pugad sa pagdating ng bagong ibon.
Behavior suggesting life or action.
While the teacher was calling, the students stirred in their seats.
Habang tumatawag ang guro, kumibo ang mga estudyante sa kanilang mga upuan.

Etymology

The word 'kumibo' originates from the root word 'kibo' which means to move or to exist.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Move now!
Go ahead and act or respond.
Kumibo ka na!

Related Words

kibo
The root word of kumibo meaning movement.
kibo
katawan
The physical form that moves.
katawan

Slang Meanings

to leave or move from a situation
He moved on to another group of friends.
Kumibo na siya sa may ibang barkada.
to take action or to do something
He took action and enrolled in the class.
Kumibo siya at nag-enroll sa klase.
to change decision or opinion
He changed his mind and their vacation plan didn't push through.
Kumibo siya at hindi na natuloy ang plano nilang magbakasyon.