Sumilab (en. To observe)

/suˈmi.lab/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
An action of discovering or observing something.
Scientists must observe carefully in their experiments.
Dapat sumilab ng mabuti ang mga siyentipiko sa kanilang mga eksperimento.
The process of following or drawing conclusions from what is seen.
By observing the birds, he learned their migratory patterns.
Sa sumilab ng mga ibon, natutunan niya ang kanilang migratory patterns.

Etymology

from the root 'silab' which refers to exploration or study.

Common Phrases and Expressions

observe well
be analytical or careful in observation.
sumilab ng mabuti

Related Words

to observe
A term referring to the act of observing.
mamasid

Slang Meanings

to look or shine brightly with enthusiasm
He looked at me as if he was super excited.
Sumilab siya sa akin na parang sobrang excited.
to shine or glimmer brightly
The stars shone brightly in the dark sky.
Ang mga bituin ay sumilab sa madilim na langit.