namumukadkad
The English word "blooming" is translated to Tagalog as namumukadkad.
namumukadkad is an adjective used to describe something that is opening in blossoms. The related term usbong can be used to refer to a blossom or budding.
Meaning: opening in blossoms (adj)
Did you know?
- In modern Filipino slang, the English word 'blooming' is used as a loanword specifically to suggest that someone's radiant look is caused by being in love.
- The root word bukadkad is an onomatopoeic term that mimics the sudden, snapping open of a flower or a folding fan.
- While namumukadkad is used for beauty, the word namamayagpag is preferred when 'blooming' refers to a person's career or success, as it evokes the image of a bird soaring.
Examples in context
- Ang aming negosyo ay umusbong nang malaki nitong huling taon.Our business has experienced significant growth in the past year.
- Namumukadkad ang mga rosas sa hardin.The roses are blooming in the garden.
- Ang mga namumukadkad na bulaklak ay napakaganda.The blooming flowers are very beautiful.
- Nakita ko ang namumukadkad na cherry blossoms.I saw the blooming cherry blossoms.
Example conversation
Ricardo and Angela are walking through a park.
- RicardoTingnan mo, namumukadkad na ang mga halaman.Look, the plants are already blooming.
- AngelaOo, ang daming kulay ng mga bulaklak.Yes, the flowers have so many colors.
- RicardoBagay na bagay ito sa panahon ngayon.This fits the current weather perfectly.
- AngelaSalamat sa pagpasyal sa akin, Ricardo.Thank you for taking me for a walk, Ricardo.
