Naluom (en. Decayed)

/na.lu.om/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state in which something gradually loses its original form or quality.
The decayed fruit is no longer suitable for eating.
Ang naluom na prutas ay hindi na angkop kainin.
The process of decomposition caused by microbes or other factors.
Due to the heat, the broken leaves have decayed.
Dahil sa init, ang mga nabasag na dahon ay naluom na.
adjective
Indicates a condition that becomes unsuitable or damaged.
The decayed food is no longer safe for health.
Ang naluom na pagkain ay hindi na ligtas para sa kalusugan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

decayed food
Food that has become unsuitable due to decomposition.
naluom na pagkain

Related Words

rotten
A term used to describe the condition of things that have decayed or been damaged.
bulok
decomposition
The process of spoilage or deterioration of something, usually caused by microbes.
pagkabulok

Slang Meanings

Too hot or excessively hot
Because of the intense heat, I fell asleep on the bus.
Dahil sa naluom na panahon, nakatulog ako sa bus.
Spoiled or unhealthy food
These biscuits might be spoiled, they're no longer safe to eat.
Baka naluom na itong mga biskwit, hindi na ito pwede.