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    Ngumatngat (en. Chew)

    /ŋumatŋat/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The action of chewing food.
    He chewed on candy while walking.
    Ngumatngat siya ng kendi habang naglalakad.
    The process of breaking down food using teeth.
    You need to chew vegetables well before swallowing.
    Kailangan mong ngumatngat ng mabuti ang mga gulay bago lunukin.
    Demonstrating vigorous chewing often accompanied by sound.
    He chewed on watermelon loudly.
    Ngumatngat siya ng mga pakwan na mahilig sa tunog.

    Etymology

    Derived from 'ngat-ngat' referring to the sound or action of chewing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    chewing food
    Meaning active or vigorous chewing of food.
    ngumat-ngat ng pagkain

    Related Words

    chewing
    The activity of chewing food.
    nguya
    grinding
    A sound made when eating something hard.
    ngat-ngat

    Slang Meanings

    don't be too advanced, slow down
    Just chill, this isn't a race.
    Ngumatngat ka lang, hindi ito race.
    be careful, cautious
    Be careful with your decisions, you might regret it.
    Ngumatngat ka sa mga desisyon mo, baka magsisi ka.
    don't rush, take your time
    Calm down with your voice; there are people still sleeping.
    Ngumatngat ka sa pagtataas ng boses mo, may mga tao pang natutulog.