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    Pagpuyok (en. Puff)

    /paɡˈpu.jok/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A process of raising something due to heat or curling.
    The puffing of the banana occurs when it heats up.
    Ang pagpuyok ng saging ay nangyayari kapag nag-init ito.
    The formation of small bubbles or gas within a liquid.
    You can see the puffing of the water when it starts to boil.
    Makikita ang pagpuyok ng tubig kapag umuusok ito.
    The sticking of one mass to another, especially in cooking.
    The puffing of the dough is important in making bread.
    Ang pagpuyok ng masa ay mahalaga sa paggawa ng tinapay.

    Etymology

    The word 'puyok' originates from the root word 'puyok' meaning 'to burst' or 'to wrap'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    puffing of banana
    The process of bursting or sprouting of banana due to heat.
    pagpuyok ng saging
    puffing of water
    The formation of bubbles in water when heated.
    pagpuyok ng tubig

    Related Words

    puyok
    The root word that gives meaning to 'pagpuyok'.
    puyok
    pumukaw
    An act of raising attention or interest.
    pumukaw

    Slang Meanings

    tired from too much excitement
    I’m already exhausted from the parties, I can’t dance anymore!
    Pagpuyok na ako sa mga party, hindi ko na kayang sumayaw!
    celebration that seems never-ending
    The fun is crazy, it’s a party on the road!
    Ang gulo ng saya, pagpuyok na sa kalsada!