bagyo
bagyó with stress marks
typhoon; storm
Usage Note
Bagyo refers to the tropical cyclones that frequently hit the Philippines, often leading to class or work suspensions. It can also be used as a verb, like 'bumabagyo,' to describe a typhoon currently occurring.
Examples
" Malakas ang bagyo kahapon. "
Natural Translation
The storm was strong yesterday.
Literal Translation
Strong the typhoon yesterday.
" May paparating na malakas na bagyo bukas. "
Natural Translation
There is a strong typhoon coming tomorrow.
Literal Translation
There is coming a strong typhoon tomorrow.
" Dahil sa lakas ng bagyo, kinansela ang mga klase at pinauwi nang maaga ang mga manggagawa. "
Natural Translation
Because of the strength of the typhoon, classes were canceled and the workers were sent home early.
Literal Translation
Because of strength of typhoon, canceled the classes and sent-home early the workers.
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