Namamaga (en. Swelling)

/na-ma-ma-ga/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of increasing or gathering liquids or cells in a part of the body.
His feet are swollen due to standing too long.
Namamaga ang kanyang mga paa dahil sa labis na pagtayo.
adjective
Refers to the condition of being swollen.
His hand is swollen after the accident.
Ang kanyang kamay ay namamaga matapos ang aksidente.

Common Phrases and Expressions

my hands are swollen
Referring to the condition of excessive heaviness in the hands.
ang aking mga kamay ay namamaga

Related Words

swelling
A condition where body tissues are swollen.
pamamaga

Slang Meanings

swollen or swollen part of the body
My foot is swollen because of too much walking.
Ang paa ko kasi namamaga dahil sa sobrang paglalakad.
excessive or overwhelming emotional response
I'm so overwhelmed with anger that I can't respond properly.
Namamaga na ako sa sama ng loob kaya di na ako makasagot nang maayos.