Maglagablab (en. To flare)
/mɑg.lɑ.gɑ.blɑb/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
A verb meaning to burst into flames or ignite.
The fire flared up in the darkness.
Naglagablab ang apoy sa gitna ng dilim.
The action of producing bright light from a source.
The campfire flared in the cold night.
Ang mga apoy sa kampo ay naglagablab sa malamig na gabi.
Etymology
The term 'maglagablab' is derived from the root 'lagablab' meaning to have fire or light that flares.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to flare up fire
to rise or ignite fire
maglagablab ng apoy
Related Words
flare
The root word meaning to flare fire or light.
lagablab
fire
An element from burning, serving as light and heat.
apoy
Slang Meanings
To be overly excited or super happy
He is so happy, it's like he's on fire with luck.
Ang saya saya niya, parang siya'y maglagablab sa swerte.
To get heated or extremely angry
He was asked that way, so he exploded in anger.
Tinanong siya ng ganun, kaya naglagablab na siya sa galit.
To spread gossip or news
My classmate said, the news has spread like wildfire in school.
Sabi ng kaklase ko, naglagablab na ang balita sa school.