Tumaon (en. To sleep)

/tuˈma.on/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A movement of resting the head in a comfortable position while sleeping.
I slept soundly after a long day at work.
Nakatulog ako ng mahimbing matapos ang mahabang araw sa trabaho.
The process of sleeping or entering a state of slumber.
He went to sleep early to rest before the next day.
Tumaon siya ng maaga upang makapagpahinga bago ang susunod na araw.
The condition of being unconscious or unaware of the surroundings.
Fatigue hit him and he fell asleep on the sofa.
Tumalab ang pagod sa kanya at siya'y natulog na sa sofa.

Etymology

Tagalog Language

Common Phrases and Expressions

to sleep early
to go into a state of sleep early
tumaon ng maaga
to doze off in a chair
to sleep while sitting
tumaon sa upuan

Related Words

sleep
The process of sleeping or napping.
pagtulog
fatigue
The condition of being exhausted or drained of energy.
pagod

Slang Meanings

unmotivated
I’m just feeling down today, like I have no motivation.
Tumaon na lang ako sa araw na ito, parang wala akong gana.
sad
Today, I'm feeling down because he/she didn't say I love you.
Ngayon, tumaon ako kasi wala siyang sinabi na mahal niya ako.
left out
You've been left out again in their conversation.
Tumaon ka na naman sa kasamaang palad sa usapan nila.