Magkubli (en. To hide)

mag-kub-li

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform an action of hiding or avoiding being known by others.
He hid behind the tree so he wouldn't be seen.
Nagkubli siya sa likod ng puno upang hindi siya makita.
To position oneself in a place or position where you cannot be seen.
I need to hide for my surprise.
Kailangan kong magkubli para sa aking sorpresa.
To take shelter or hide from bad weather or danger.
Hide inside the house when it rains.
Magkubli ka sa loob ng bahay kapag umuulan.

Etymology

Root word: kubli (to hide)

Common Phrases and Expressions

to hide in the dark
to hide where no one knows.
magkubli sa dilim
to hide behind
to conceal oneself behind something.
magkubli sa likod

Related Words

hide
A place or state of hiding.
kubli
hide
The act of concealing or avoiding being known by others.
tago

Slang Meanings

to hide
I need to hide behind the door so I won't be seen.
Kailangan kong magkubli sa likod ng pinto para hindi ako makita.
to duck away or hide
He hid under the bed, ducking away while his parents were fighting.
Nagtago siya sa ilalim ng kama, nagkubli siya habang nag-aaway ang mga magulang niya.