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    Mangulo (en. To bow down)

    /maŋˈulo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    A gesture that expresses a person's bow as a sign of respect.
    When he saw his teacher, he immediately joked.
    Nang makita niya ang kanyang guro, agad siyang mangulo.
    The act of bowing toward the ground or another person higher.
    Students are told to be a jerk when adults pass by.
    Ang mga estudyante ay pinagsabihan na mangulo kapag may dumadaan na matatanda.
    A form of display of humility.
    We must be in front of those in authority.
    Dapat tayong mangulo sa harap ng mga nasa awtoridad.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root 'ulo' with the prefix 'm-'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    bow down to the King
    One should show respect to leaders.
    mangulo sa Hari
    bow down to the teacher
    Respect for the teachers.
    mangulo sa guro

    Related Words

    respect
    An act of showing respect or reverence.
    galang
    bow
    An act of bending, can be symbolic or physical.
    yuko

    Slang Meanings

    guy or dude, usually used to refer to a man in a casual way
    Hey, dude, let's go for a walk.
    O, mangulo, tara na at maglakad-lakad tayo.
    homie or bro, a term of endearment for a close male friend
    Dude, you're my true bro.
    Pre, ikaw ang tunay na mangulo ko.