Swallow in Tagalog

“Swallow” in Tagalog translates to “lunok,” “lumulon,” or “layang” (for the bird), depending on whether you’re describing the act of consuming food, accepting something difficult, or referring to the bird species. This versatile word has both literal and figurative applications in Filipino language.

Explore the detailed breakdown of “swallow” with its multiple definitions, Tagalog equivalents, and practical examples to master its usage in different contexts.

[Words] = Swallow

[Definition]:

• Swallow /ˈswɑːloʊ/
• Verb 1: To cause food, drink, or other substances to pass from the mouth down the throat.
• Verb 2: To accept or believe something, often with difficulty or reluctance.
• Verb 3: To suppress or hide emotions, feelings, or words.
• Noun 1: A small migratory bird with a forked tail and long pointed wings.

[Synonyms] = Lunok, Lumulon, Lagok, Tanggapin, Pigilan, Layang, Lanay-lanay, Tumatagok, Lamon, Salukin.

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: The patient had difficulty trying to swallow the large pill.
Ex1_PH: Ang pasyente ay nahirapang lumunok ng malaking tabletas.

Ex2_EN: She had to swallow her pride and apologize for her mistake.
Ex2_PH: Kailangan niyang pigilan ang kanyang pagmamataas at humingi ng tawad sa kanyang pagkakamali.

Ex3_EN: I find it hard to swallow the idea that he would betray us.
Ex3_PH: Mahirap para sa akin na tanggapin ang ideya na ipagtataksil niya kami.

Ex4_EN: A beautiful swallow built its nest under the roof of our house.
Ex4_PH: Ang isang magandang layang ay gumawa ng pugad sa ilalim ng bubong ng aming bahay.

Ex5_EN: Make sure to chew your food well before you swallow it.
Ex5_PH: Siguraduhing ngumuya ng mabuti ang iyong pagkain bago mo ito lunukin.