Mangkukulam (en. Sorcerer)
maŋkuˈkulam
Synonyms
- albularyo
- mangkukulam
- sorcerer
Slang Meanings
A witch with powerful abilities.
The children in the neighborhood are scared of Aling Nena because they think she's a witch.
Ang mga bata sa barangay ay takot kay Aling Nena, kasi akala nila mangkukulam siya.
A person who casts bad luck or curses.
They say Mang Rey is a witch who has the ability to harm people.
Sabi nila si Mang Rey ay mangkukulam at may kakayahang magpahamak ng tao.
A person who seems to control natural elements for personal gain.
Sometimes, I wonder if Gino is a witch because the weather is always in his favor.
Minsan, naiisip ko kung mangkukulam si Gino dahil lagi siyang pabor sa magandang panahon.