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    Umuntol (en. To deform or twist)

    /uːˈmʌn.tol/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    Umuntol means the occurrence of rot or improper shaping of something.
    The branches of the tree twisted due to the extreme heat.
    Umuntol ang mga sanga ng puno dahil sa sobrang init ng panahon.
    A movement that describes deviation from the correct form.
    His voice became distorted while singing because he didn't practice.
    Umuntol ang kanyang boses sa pagkanta nang hindi siya magpraktis.
    The act of forming an improper shape.
    Due to a mistake, the architecture of the building became misshapen.
    Sa pagkakamali, umuntol ang arkitektura ng gusali.

    Etymology

    Derived from the root word 'buntol' which means stem or root.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    My mind is twisted
    I am struggling or confused in my thought process.
    Umuntol ang aking isip

    Related Words

    stem
    The upper part of a root that is supported by its base.
    buntol

    Slang Meanings

    To pretend or lie.
    Why are you acting like that? We both know that's not true.
    Bakit ka umuntol? Alam naman nating hindi totoo 'yan.
    To be foolish or deceive.
    Don't fool me, I'm not stupid.
    Huwag kang umuntol sa akin, hindi ako tanga.
    To pretend to be in a different state or capability.
    You're acting again like you're rich outside.
    Umuntol ka na naman sa labas, akala mo ang yaman mo.