Magumapaw (en. To stretch out)
ma-gu-ma-paw
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to reach or spread out to a certain place.
The water overflowed from the jug and spilled onto the floor.
Ang tubig ay nagumapaw mula sa banga at tumagas sa sahig.
Used to describe something overflowing or rising to a level.
The river overflowed after the heavy rain.
Ang ilog ay nagumapaw pagkatapos ng malakas na ulan.
Etymology
The term 'magumapaw' originates from the root word 'gumapaw' meaning 'to reach' or 'to dawn.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
overflowing water
water that reaches outside its container
magumapaw na tubig
Related Words
overflow
A term used to describe the action of a liquid rising above the boundary of its container.
umapaw
relief
The feeling of ease or alleviation of pain, usually used in the context of emotional or physical state.
ginhawa
Slang Meanings
expressing feelings vigorously
The performer is amazing, their emotions really overflowed on stage!
Ang galing ng performer, talagang magumapaw ang kanyang emosyon sa stage!
excessive feelings or reactions
When she found out she passed the exam, her joy overflowed!
Nang malaman niyang pumasa siya sa exam, magumapaw ang tuwa niya!
overflowing joy
From the children’s happiness, joy overflowed on their faces!
Sa tuwa ng mga bata, magumapaw ang saya sa kanilang mga mukha!