Muta (en. Eye discharge)

moo-tah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The foul liquid or particles that come from the eye due to allergies or infection.
I had discharge in my eye because of a pollen allergy.
Nagkaroon ako ng muta sa aking mata dahil sa allergy sa pollen.
A type of dirt that comes out of the eye often indicating an infection.
I need to clean the discharge from my eye so I can see properly.
Kailangan kong linisin ang muta sa aking mata upang makakita ng maayos.
Paper or cloth used for wiping the discharge from the eye.
I used a clean cloth to wipe the discharge.
Gumamit ako ng malinis na panyo para punasan ang muta.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'mota'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Avoid discharge
Do not sweat that causes discharge.
Umiwas sa muta

Related Words

eye
The organ of sight that contains the discharge.
mata
infection
A condition where discharge may be caused by bacteria or virus.
impeksiyon

Slang Meanings

A play on words for being laid back or relaxed, like a cool slang.
It's all good, we all get to that chill stage. It's just 'muta'.
Ayos lang yan, lahat tayo eh nagiging nato sa pag-pagsisemonyo. Muta lang yan.
Where's your 'muta'? Referring to someone's dreams or goals.
Where's your 'muta'? You need to start chasing your dreams.
Saan ba yung muta mo? Kailangan mo nang simulan ang mga pangarap mo.