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    Tubog (en. Sinking)

    /tuˈbog/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A process of submergence or sinking in water.
    The sinking of the boat was caused by excess weight.
    Ang tubog ng bangka ay sanhi ng labis na bigat.
    Excavation of an area that causes water to rise.
    The sinking in the area shows an increase of rainwater.
    Ang tubog sa lugar ay nagpapakita ng pagdami ng tubig-ulan.
    verb
    The action of going down or sinking.
    The ship sank in the sea due to the storm.
    Ang barko ay tubog sa dagat dahil sa bagyo.

    Etymology

    Originating from the root word 'tubig'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    sunk in water
    Rooted or submerged in water.
    tubog sa tubig

    Related Words

    water
    A liquid that is a primary component of life.
    tubig
    to sink
    The action and result of going down or sinking.
    lumubog

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to having high water levels or being submerged in water.
    Our house is submerged since it's underwater!
    Naka-tubog kaya 'yung bahay namin sa ilalim ng tubig!
    Feels like being down or left behind, often used in the context of sadness.
    I feel so weighed down by my problems, I don't know what to do anymore.
    Parang tubog na tubog ako sa problema, di ko na alam ang gagawin.
    Diving or submerging in water, often used in various sports or activities.
    I'll swim here, I've been diving here for three years.
    Dito na ako manlalangoy, tatlong taon na akong nagtu-tubog dito.