Magputok (en. To burst)

/maɡˈputok/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to burst or break something under pressure.
Due to the intense heat, the volcano erupted in the central part of the country.
Dahil sa sobrang init, nagputok ang bulkan sa gitnang bahagi ng bansa.
The action of bursting or breaking something.
They saw the balloon burst while they were walking in the park.
Nakita nila ang pagputok ng balloon habang naglalakad sila sa parke.
An explosion or burst of sound from something containing gas or air.
Be careful, the grenade could explode if not handled carefully.
Mag-ingat ka, baka magputok ang granada kung hindi ito maingat na hawakan.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'putok' which means to burst or explode.

Common Phrases and Expressions

The fireworks burst
The fireworks have started making noise and releasing light.
Magputok ang mga fireworks
The volcano erupted
A common situation where a volcano releases lava or ash.
Nagputok ang bulkan

Related Words

burst
The root word of magputok, meaning to burst or break.
putok
explosion
A common situation related to magputok, often caused by pressure or chemical reactions.
pagsabog

Slang Meanings

exploded or got angry (usually about emotions)
There it is, he exploded with anger when he found out you were lying.
Ayun na, nagputok na siya sa galit ng malaman niyang sinungaling ka.
left suddenly or unexpectedly
He just exploded and did not say goodbye to us.
Nagputok na lang siya at hindi na nagpaalam sa atin.
became ecstatic or erupted with joy
We were so happy, we exploded with joy!
Ang saya saya, nagputok na kami sa kasiyahan!