Pagkabulok (en. Decay)
pag-ka-bu-lok
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
The process of decay or decomposition of an object.
The decay of fruits causes a bad smell.
Ang pagkabulok ng mga prutas ay nagiging sanhi ng masamang amoy.
The state of being rotten.
The decay of the wood indicates that it is no longer strong.
Ang pagkabulok ng kahoy ay nagpapahiwatig na ito ay hindi na matibay.
Etymology
from the root word 'bulok' meaning decayed or decomposed.
Common Phrases and Expressions
decay of nature
The process that leads to the destruction of the natural environment.
pagkabulok ng kalikasan
Related Words
rotten
An adjective that refers to something that is broken or decayed.
bulok
decay
A noun that means the process of decay.
agnas
Slang Meanings
decline or downfall of a state
The decline of the town is due to lack of leadership.
Ang pagkabulok ng bayan ay dulot ng kakulangan sa liderato.
repairing of damages
We need to fix the decay of this old house.
Kailangan nating ayusin ang pagkabulok ng lumang bahay na ito.
worthlessness
Their dreams have just become worthless.
Naging pagkabulok na lang ang kanilang mga pangarap.
loss of enthusiasm
The decay of his interest in studying is concerning.
Ang pagkabulok ng kanyang interes sa pag-aaral ay nakakabahala.