Magbalumbon (en. To revert)

/maɡ.ba.lum.bon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
the process of returning to an earlier state or condition.
He decided to revert to his previous lifestyle.
Nagdesisyon siyang magbalumbon sa kanyang dati nang pamumuhay.
the removal of new changes and replacing them with the old.
Sometimes, it is necessary to revert to restore order.
Minsan, kinakailangan ang magbalumbon upang maibalik ang kaayusan.
the act of re-embracing earlier principles or ideas.
He expressed a desire to revert to traditional practices.
Ipinahayag niya na nais niyang magbalumbon sa mga tradisyunal na gawi.

Etymology

from the word 'balumbon' meaning returning to the previous state or going back to the beginning.

Common Phrases and Expressions

revert to one's old self
returning to original personality or traits
magbalumbon sa dating sarili

Related Words

balumbon
a noun referring to the process of returning.
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Slang Meanings

Be strong or resilient
You need to magbalumbon and not lose hope in the midst of challenges.
Kailangan mong magbalumbon at hindi mawalan ng pag-asa sa gitna ng pagsubok.
Stand firm in your own principles
You should magbalumbon in what you believe even when you're pressured to change.
Dapat magbalumbon ka sa iyong pinaniniwalaan kahit na pinipilit kang magbago.
Press on or don't retreat
Don't be afraid, magbalumbon in this fight!
Huwag kang matakot, magbalumbon ka sa laban na ito!