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    Sumilbato (en. To whistle)

    /su.mi.lbá.to/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    To make a sound using the mouth with a high tone.
    He whistled when his friend appeared.
    Siya ay sumilbato nang magpakita ang kanyang kaibigan.
    An action that expresses feelings or attention.
    He whistled as a signal for their meeting.
    Sumilbato siya bilang senyales ng kanilang pagkikita.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'silbato' meaning a sound made by whistling.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    whistling in the air
    to show happiness or feeling of the surroundings
    sumilbato sa hangin

    Related Words

    whistle
    An object used to produce sound when blown.
    silbato

    Slang Meanings

    to whistle
    Even before you sat down, it was like he already whistled to call you.
    Kahit hindi ka pa nakakaupo, parang sumilbato na siya para tawagin ka.
    to attract attention
    So many whistled at her because she's so beautiful!
    Ang daming sumilbato sa kanya kasi ang ganda niya!
    to call out with an interesting hint
    He looked at me and whistled. I thought of so many things!
    Tumingin siya sa akin at sumilbato. Ang dami kong naisip!