From root: bulong
Usage Note
Pabulong describes the manner of speaking when one does not want to be overheard. 'Pabulong siyang sumagot.' (He answered in a whisper.)
Examples
" Pabulong siyang nagsalita. "
Natural Translation
He spoke in a whisper.
Literal Translation
In-a-whisper he spoke.
" Pabulong ang utos ng nanay. "
Natural Translation
Mom's command was in a whisper.
Literal Translation
In-a-whisper the command of mother.
" Pabulong na ibinalita sa akin ng kapatid ko ang sorpresang handog nila sa kaarawan ng nanay. "
Natural Translation
My sibling told me in a whisper about the surprise gift they had prepared for Mom's birthday.
Literal Translation
In-a-whisper announced to me of sibling my the surprise gift their on birthday of mother.
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