Mabulbog (en. To swell)

/ma-bul-bog/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To become large or fill with air or liquid.
The guests reported that the balloon quickly swelled.
Ang mga bisita ay nag-ulat na ang balloon ay mabilis na mabulbog.
To grow excessively from a normal size.
His feet began to swell due to too much water.
Nagsimula nang mabulbog ang kanyang mga paa dahil sa labis na tubig.
To take on a larger and rounder shape.
It was too hot so his face began to swell.
Masyadong mainit kaya ang kanyang mukha ay nag-umpisang mabulbog.

Common Phrases and Expressions

swollen stomach
Refers to the increase in size of the stomach due to overeating or gas.
mabulbog ang tiyan

Related Words

swelling action
The action of becoming swollen.
pamumulbog

Slang Meanings

Concern or care for others
Sister, just be there for me, I'm here for you.
Ate, basta't mabulbog ka sa akin, nandito lang ako.
Saying that shows compassion
Let's care for our friends in the midst of trials.
Mabulbog tayo para sa mga kaibigan natin sa gitna ng pagsubok.