Pagbuga (en. Exhalation)

pag-boo-ga

Meaning & Definition

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noun
The process of releasing air or other substances from the body.
The exhalation of smoke from the car's exhaust causes pollution.
Ang pagbuga ng usok mula sa tambutso ng sasakyan ay nagdudulot ng polusyon.
The act of giving off or emitting a scent.
The exhalation of fragrance from the flowers attracts pollinating insects.
Ang pagbuga ng bango mula sa mga bulaklak ay nakakaakit ng mga insektong pollinator.
A particular form of coughing or expectoration as a result of a lung infection.
His exhalation of phlegm is a sign of his bronchitis.
Ang kanyang pagbuga ng plema ay senyales ng kanyang bronchitis.

Common Phrases and Expressions

exhalation of smoke
The act of releasing smoke from a source.
pagbuga ng usok
emission of scent
The act of gradually releasing a specific scent.
pagbuga ng amoy

Related Words

buga
The root word meaning 'to expel' or 'to release'.
buga
salin
Means 'bringing nutrients or air into the body'.
salin

Slang Meanings

to express feelings or emotions, often in anger
I was fed up, so I blew up at him in front of everyone!
Napuno na ako, kaya't nagpagbaga ako sa kanya sa harap ng lahat!
to release heat or anger, either in words or actions
I'll just vent my frustration about the boss's complaints.
Pagbuga na lang ako ng init ng ulo sa mga reklamo ng boss.