Puwing (en. Dust)

pu-wing

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A fine substance that flies in the air and causes dirt.
His clothes were covered in dust after walking on the hill.
Puno ng puwing ang kanyang damit matapos siyang maglakad sa burol.
Residue or remnants of a material that has been broken or crushed.
There is dust left from the ground wood.
May puwing na naiwan mula sa giniling na kahoy.

Common Phrases and Expressions

full of dust
Indicates that there is a lot of dust or dirt.
puno ng puwing

Related Words

flea
A type of small insect that causes itching and is often found in dusty areas.
alipunga

Slang Meanings

a protective or covering layer that ensures not getting soaked with water or for protection from heat
Don't get caught in the rain, you might end up as a show-off.
Wag kang mababasa sa ulan, baka puwing ka na pakitang gilas.
a gathering or event where many people are present
Come to the stunt at the mall later, you'll meet a lot of people!
Sama ka sa puwing sa mall mamaya, marami kang makikilala!