Sabugsabog (en. To scatter)

/sa.bug.sa.bog/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of spreading or bursting something in many directions.
The leaves began to scatter when the wind blew.
Nagsimulang sabugsabog ang mga dahon nang hinawakan ng hangin.
The explosion of objects that causes them to spread around.
The grenade scattered pieces when it exploded.
Ang granada ay sabugsabog ng mga piraso nang ito ay pumutok.
The act of throwing or distributing items in a disorganized manner.
Don't scatter the papers around the room.
Huwag sabugsabog ang mga papel sa paligid ng kwarto.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

scattering of grass
Spreading of grass in a part of land.
sabugsabog ng damo

Related Words

explosion
Action that causes scattering or destruction.
sabog
scatter
The state of objects that have fallen or are broken.
kakalat

Slang Meanings

A chaotic or disorderly situation.
Their party was a mess, there were so many people and no proper seating.
Ang party nila sabugsabog, ang dami ng tao at wala nang maayos na upuan.
Diving into fun or enjoyment.
We had a blast at the beach, it was just laughter and singing.
Nag-sabugsabog kami sa beach, puro tawanan at kantahan.