Tumba (en. Grave)

/ˈtumbɑ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A place or structure where the dead are buried.
His parents are in a beautiful grave by the lake.
Ang kanyang mga magulang ay nasa isang magandang tumbahan sa tabi ng lawa.
A typical symbol of respect and remembrance for the departed.
He visited the grave to offer flowers for his grandfather.
Bumisita siya sa tumbahan upang mag-alay ng bulaklak para sa kanyang lolo.

Etymology

Kapampangan

Common Phrases and Expressions

souls in the grave
Symbolizes the spirits of the departed.
kaluluwa sa tumbahan

Related Words

commemoration
The representation of the memories of the departed.
pagsasakatawan
condolence
Feelings of sympathy for the bereaved.
pakikiramay

Slang Meanings

Wasted or knocked out. Showing funds or opportunities to displace.
It seems your partner is wasted, they're not with us now.
Parang tumba na ang jowa mo, wala na sa atin ngayon.
Lying down or facedown, like how a person becomes indulgent.
He got laid down because he wasted all his money on vices.
Tumba siya sa sobrang sayang ng kwarta niya sa mga bisyo.
A slang term tied to 'tumba' that is used in dance contexts.
The dance floor was alive with people 'tumba'-ing last night!
Buhay na buhay ang dancefloor sa 'tumba' ng mga tao kagabi!