Mamuko (en. To bloom)

/mamúko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The process of having flowers or the blossoming of leaves.
The flowers bloom in spring.
Mamuko ang mga bulaklak sa tagsibol.
The emergence or development of something from one state to another that is more appealing.
Her talent in art bloomed in school.
Mamuko ang kanyang talento sa sining sa paaralan.
The presence of vibrant life or growth.
Their love bloomed over the years.
Mamuko ang kanilang pagmamahalan sa loob ng maraming taon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to bloom in the sun
To emerge or thrive under the sunlight.
mamuko sa araw

Related Words

nature
The entirety of things, animals, and plants in the surroundings.
kalikasan
flower
The part of the plant that contains seeds and often symbolizes beauty.
bulaklak

Slang Meanings

to ask or talk with cheekiness
Show your teeth to the guy, be cheeky first before you ask for a favor.
Patingin ng ngipin sa mama, mamuko ka muna bago ka humingi ng pabor.
to butt in or interfere in a conversation
Don't be too cheeky, this is a conversation for elders!
Huwag ka masyadong mamuko, mga usapan 'to ng mga matatanda!
to flatter or trick someone
You might just flatter him, that's difficult.
Baka mamuko ka lang sa kanya, mahirap yan.