Nimpuho (en. Sneezing)

/nimˈpuho/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
An unintentional expulsion of air from the lungs through the nose and mouth.
Sneezing causes irritation in the nose.
Ang nimpuho ay nagdudulot ng pangangati sa ilong.

Etymology

Derived from the term 'nimp' in the dialects of indigenous groups.

Common Phrases and Expressions

It is necessary to cover your nose when sneezing.
Dapat na takpan ang iyong ilong kapag humihikbi.
Kailangan magtakip ng ilong kapag nimpuho.

Related Words

sneeze
An action of expelling air from the lungs.
sneeze

Slang Meanings

Extremely angry or annoyed
The discussion was going well, but when Mark arrived, I was absolutely furious with him!
Ayos na sana ang usapan, pero nung dumating si Mark, nimpuho na ako sa kanya!
Annoyed with the situation
No wonder she’s pouting; she seems irritated in the traffic.
Kaya pala siya naka-pout, mukhang nimpuho siya sa traffic.