Ungol (en. Whimper)

/uŋgol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A sound produced as a sign of pain or distress.
I heard the dog's whimper outside the house.
Narinig ko ang ungol ng aso sa labas ng bahay.
A low sound resembling crying.
The child's whimper continued until he fell asleep.
Ang ungol ng bata ay nagpatuloy hanggang sa siya ay makatulog.
A sign of suffering or sadness.
His whimper showed his suffering.
Ang ungol niya ay nagpapakita ng kanyang paghihirap.

Common Phrases and Expressions

animal whimper
Sounds made by animals that show their pain or needs.
ungol ng mga hayop

Related Words

groan
A softer sound usually accompanying a whimper.
pagsagitsit
cry
A louder sound that expresses emotion, usually with tears.
iyak

Slang Meanings

loud or noisy voice
The grunt of the person at the corner is so annoying!
Ang ungol ng tao sa kanto, nakakairita na!
creaking or sound made by movement
Did you hear the creaking of the metal in the old house?
Narinig mo ba ang ungol ng mga bakal sa lumang bahay?
reactive sound or noise
When I get startled, I make a grunt without realizing it.
Pag nagugulat ako, nagiging ungol ako ng hindi ko namamalayan.