Pumugok (en. To burst)

/puˈmuɡok/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of producing a sound that seems to show force or emotion.
Because of anger, he burst into loud shouts.
Dahil sa galit, siya'y pumugok ng malalakas na sigaw.
The occurrence of a loud and sudden sound coming from something.
The firework burst in the sky on New Year's Eve.
Ang paputok ay pumugok sa kalangitan sa Bagong Taon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

burst in anger
showed feelings of anger through loud sounds.
pumugok sa galit

Related Words

ugok
A root word meaning 'burst' or 'loud sound'.
ugok

Slang Meanings

Making noise or creating loud sounds, often out of annoyance or anger.
Don't make noise inside the house, it's so annoying!
Huwag kang pumugok sa loob ng bahay, nakakabuisit!
Talking badly or fighting with someone.
Juan argued with his friend again, it would be fine if he wasn't so clueless.
Pumugok na naman si Juan sa kaibigan niya, ayos lang sana kung hindi siya sobrang bungi.