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    Magbubulong (en. Whispering)

    /maɡ.bu.ˈbu.lɔŋ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action of expressing words in a quiet manner.
    He will whisper a secret to his friend.
    Siya ay magbubulong sa kanyang kaibigan ng lihim.
    The act of making sound at a low volume often used in conversation.
    Sometimes, it's better to whisper than to shout.
    Minsan, mas mabuti nang magbubulong sa halip na sumigaw.
    Engaging in communication with fear or concern.
    He hurriedly whispered when he saw the teacher.
    Nagmamadali siyang magbubulong nang makita ang guro.

    Etymology

    derived from the root word 'bulong'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    whispering to oneself
    talking to your own mind or alone
    magbubulong sa kanyang sarili

    Related Words

    whisper
    A quiet way of communicating.
    bulong
    speak
    The action of saying or communicating.
    magsalita

    Slang Meanings

    to share some gossip
    Dude, are you going to whisper? I have a lot of gossip for you!
    Pare, magbubulong ka ba? Ang dami kong chika sa'yo!
    to share a secret
    He said he would whisper a secret later.
    Sabi niya, magbubulong daw siya ng sikreto mamaya.
    to talk quietly
    Let's whisper, we might be overheard by others!
    Magbubulong tayo, baka marinig tayo ng iba!
    to speak softly
    We need to whisper so we won't get caught.
    Kailangan natin magbubulong para hindi tayo magkabukingan.