Pungka (en. Burst)

pong-kah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A word that refers to an explosion or sudden opening.
The burst of flowers brought color to our garden.
Ang pungka ng mga bulaklak ay nagdala ng kulay sa aming hardin.
Refers to an unexpected event or accident.
A burst occurred when the rain suddenly poured.
Isang pungka ang nangyari nang biglaang bumuhos ang ulan.
verb
The action of exploding or opening.
The bubble burst again on the surface of the water.
Pumungkang muli ang bula sa ibabaw ng tubig.

Common Phrases and Expressions

burst in the stomach
A feeling of cramping or pain in the stomach that feels like throbbing.
pungka sa tiyan

Related Words

burst
A form of explosion or opening. For example: 'The burst of the bloom is amazing.'
punga

Slang Meanings

A loud fart explosion.
Dude, your fart earlier was so loud, it was annoying!
Grabe, ang pungka mo kanina, nakaka-badtrip!
Fell or collapsed unexpectedly.
He fell on stage while dancing.
Nag-pungka siya sa stage habang umiindak.
Came in abruptly or unexpectedly, usually in conversation.
He barged in and took all the attention.
Nag-pungka siya at kinuha lahat ng atensyon.