Nakaukbot (en. Crouched)

na-kau-kbot

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The state of being in a curved or seated position.
The child is crouched while playing on the floor.
Ang bata ay nakaukbot habang naglalaro sa sahig.
An action that shows returning or adopting a squatting position.
He crouched under the table when the guests arrived.
Nakaukbot siya sa ilalim ng mesa nang dumating ang mga bisita.

Etymology

Galing ito sa salitang-ugat na 'kbot' na nangangahulugang halik ng mas angkop at tinutukoy ng salitang 'naka' bilang mga aksyon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Crouched inside a hiding place
Hiding in a tight space.
Nakaaukbot sa loob ng isang taguan

Related Words

crouch
The word 'kbot' is an adjective that refers to a bent or seated position.
kbot

Slang Meanings

Going back or rewinding to the past.
My mind is just going in circles, I guess I’ll just revisit what happened between us.
Parang nakaukbot yung utak ko, balikan ko na lang yung mga nangyari sa atin.
Restless or unable to think of anything else but one thing.
I’m so stuck thinking about the exam later.
Nakaukbot na ako sa pag-iisip tungkol sa exam mamaya.
Reflecting on past experiences or memories during a tough situation.
I’m stuck thinking about the memories when we had a bad trip on our journey.
Nakaukbot ako sa mga alaala nung na-bad trip tayo sa trip natin.