Magdurog (en. To crush)

/maɡˈdu.rɔɡ/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
A verb meaning to crush or to break something into pieces.
We need to crush the ice for the drinks.
Kailangan nating magdurog ng yelo para sa mga inumin.
To perform an action that causes destruction or temporary loss to something.
He will crush hard stones for the project.
Siya ay magdurog ng mga matitigas na bato para sa proyekto.
Referring to the process of applying great pressure on something to break it.
The machine is used to crush the waste.
Ang makina ay ginagamit upang magdurog ng mga basura.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'durog' which means crushed or broken.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Crush ice
A common task when preparing drinks.
Magdurog ng yelo

Related Words

crushed
Means broken into pieces or shattered.
durog

Slang Meanings

to set up or establish
Go ahead, build a stronger foundation for your house!
Sige, magdurog ka na ng mas malakas na pundasyon para sa bahay mo!
to be hurt or deeply affected
Because of his jokes, I felt crushed in my heart.
Dahil sa kanyang mga biro, parang nagdurog ako sa puso ko.
to be strong despite difficulties
No matter what happens, let's stand strong and fight for our dream.
Kahit anong mangyari, magdurog tayo at ipaglaban ang ating pangarap.