Pupog (en. Nestling)

/puˈpog/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of animal in its life stage just hatched from the egg.
Nestlings often become vulnerable when disturbed.
Ang mga pupog ay madalas na nagiging masakit kapag nabangga.
The young bird that has not flown yet.
The mother takes care of the nestling in its nest.
Nag-aalaga ang ina ng pupog sa pugad nito.

Etymology

From the word 'nest' which means a bird's nest or dwelling.

Common Phrases and Expressions

nestling from the nest
the emergence of birds from their nest
pupog sa pugad

Related Words

bird
a type of animal that has feathers and can fly.
ibón
nest
the home of birds where they give birth.
pugad

Slang Meanings

A frowning or angry expression.
Jan's face is always pupog whenever he doesn't get enough sleep.
Laging pupog ang mukha ni Jan sa tuwing hindi siya nakakatulog ng maayos.
Quick movement or action.
Their pupog run at the school fair is like ninjas!
Ang pupog ng takbo nila sa school fair, parang mga ninja!
Being sarcastic or mocking.
No wonder Miko is always pupog, he loves to tease!
Kaya pala pupog lagi si Miko, mahilig siyang mang-asar!