Umedo (en. Damp)

/uˈme.do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The presence of water or moisture in something.
The leaves are damp after the morning drizzle.
Ang mga dahon ay umedo matapos ang umagang ambon.
adjective
Indicates the presence of moisture or water.
My clothes are damp after the rain.
Ang damit ko ay umedo pagkatapos ng ulan.
Not dry; indirectly brings comfort.
You need to dry the damp soil before planting.
Kailangan mong patuyuin ang umedong lupa bago magtanim.
Coming from the water or moisture in the surroundings.
The damp air causes cooler temperatures.
Ang umedong hangin ay nagdudulot ng mas malamig na temperatura.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'umid' meaning wet.

Common Phrases and Expressions

flowing damp
Wet or drenched condition.
umaagos na umedo

Related Words

humid
The state of being wet, having moisture.
umid
wet
A person or a thing that is covered with water or moisture.
basa

Slang Meanings

wet with dirt or sweat
Wow, it's so humid outside, feels like I just took a bath in sweat!
Grabe, ang umedo sa labas, parang naligo lang sa pawis!
slippery or just wet
When the floor is wet, be careful or you might slip.
Pag umedo yung sahig, ingat ka at baka madulas ka.