Metabolismo (en. Metabolism)

/me-ta-bo-li-smo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The total process of chemicals occurs within the body that allows cells to develop, grow, and produce energy.
Rapid metabolism helps increase energy.
Ang mabilis na metabolismo ay tumutulong sa pagtaas ng enerhiya.
A process by which foods are transformed into the nutrients that the body can use.
Metabolism is important for the proper function of our body.
Mahalaga ang metabolismo para sa tamang pag-andar ng ating katawan.
The integration and removal of chemicals to maintain life.
A person's metabolism varies with their physical activity.
Ang metabolismo ng isang tao ay nag-iiba sa kanilang pisikal na aktibidad.

Etymology

from Greek 'metabole' meaning 'change'

Common Phrases and Expressions

fast metabolism
refers to a condition where the body processes food and energy quickly.
mabilis na metabolismo
slow metabolism
refers to a condition where the body is slow in processing food and energy.
mabagal na metabolismo

Related Words

nutrient
Chemicals needed for the body's metabolism.
sustansiya
energy
The capacity to use nutrients for physical activity.
enerhiya

Slang Meanings

Slow metabolism
It's so hard to lose weight, it's like I have a slow metabolism!
Ang hirap magbawas ng timbang, parang pusong metabolismo ko!
Fast metabolism
Wow, his metabolism is so fast; even if he eats a lot, he doesn't gain weight!
Grabe, ang bilis ng metabolismo niya, kahit kumain ng marami, hindi tumataba!
Body metabolism
I need to take care of my body's metabolism so I don’t get easily tired.
Kailangan ko alagaan ang metabolismo ng katawan ko para hindi madaling mapagod.