Paumbukin (en. To bulge)
pah-oom-boo-keen
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb that refers to the action of bulging or shaping.
These storms can bulge the soil.
Ang mga bagyong ito ay maaaring paumbukin ang lupa.
A verb that describes the process of an appearance of a form or shape.
Due to vigorous growth, the roots began to bulge.
Dahil sa masiglang paglago, ang mga ugat ay nagsimulang paumbukin.
The action of elevating or lifting something.
The animals bulged their bodies after eating.
Ang mga hayop ay nagpaumbukin sa kanilang mga katawan pagkatapos kumain.
Etymology
Derived from the word 'umbok' which means 'to bulge' or 'to rise'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
bulging the heart
To express feelings or love.
paumbukin ang puso
Related Words
bulge
The state of being protruded or raised.
umbok
Slang Meanings
to feel special
I want to make her feel special with the surprise party we're preparing.
Gusto ko sanang paumbukin siya sa surprise party na inihahanda namin.
to make someone the center of attention
Make your unsuspecting friends the center of attention during our outing!
Paumbukin mo yung mga walang kamalay-malay na friends mo sa outing natin!
to highlight
We should highlight her talent in acting in this audition.
Dapat paumbukin ang galing niya sa pag-arte sa audition na 'to.