Umuka (en. To emerge)

/umuka/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To rise or appear from a state or condition.
The sun emerged after a long rainy season.
Umuka ang araw matapos ang mahabang tag-ulan.
To display a pleasing appearance or attractiveness.
Her smile emerged beautifully when she saw her friends.
Umuka ang kanyang ngiti nang makita niya ang kanyang mga kaibigan.
To come out from a hidden place.
He emerged from behind the trees.
Umuka siya mula sa likod ng mga puno.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the sun emerged
an activity or life begins again after a pause or delay.
umuka ang araw

Related Words

to rise
a form of verb that describes healing or growth.
umusbong

Slang Meanings

An act of youth that rejects something.
He/She has umuka on what their parents allow them to do.
Umuka na siya sa pinapayagang gawin ng mga magulang niya.
Use of the word 'don't' or scolding.
Why even umuka, you know this will happen?
Bakit ka pa umuka, alam mo naman mangyayari ito?