Pag-uho (en. Inundation)

/paɡˈuho/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A natural occurrence where water overflows and causes flooding in land or areas.
The flooding in the town caused the destruction of many houses.
Ang pag-uho sa bayan ay nagdulot ng pagkasira ng maraming bahay.
Condition where water accumulates in an area unexpectedly.
The flood in the river brought a lot of mud around.
Ang pag-uho sa ilog ay nagdala ng maraming dumi sa paligid.

Etymology

from the root 'uho' meaning 'flow' or 'descend' in water.

Common Phrases and Expressions

flooding of water
The flow or overflow of water from one place to another.
pag-uho ng tubig

Related Words

flood
An excessive flow of water that causes overflow and damage.
baha

Slang Meanings

Just chill
When you’re paguuho, just relax.
Pag nag-paguuho ka, relax lang.
That's enough
When you're paguuho, you say 'that's enough'.
Pag nag-paguuho ka, sinasabi mo na 'tama na 'yan'.
Alright, let's go!
When you’re paguuho, you say 'alright, let's go!'.
Pag nag-paguuho ka, sinasabi mo 'sige na, game na!'.