From root: dumi
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
dumumi
du-mu-MI
defecated
Present (Incomplete)
dumudumi
du-mu-du-MI
defecating
Future (Contemplated)
dudumi
du-du-MI
will defecate
Usage Note
Dumumi is used as a polite or formal way to express the act of defecating, making it a more socially acceptable alternative to the cruder term 'tumae.' It is the preferred word in medical settings or when speaking with strangers and elders.
Examples
" Kailangan kong dumumi ngayon. "
Natural Translation
I need to have a bowel movement now.
Literal Translation
Need I to-defecate now.
" Kailangan mong dumumi bago umalis. "
Natural Translation
You need to defecate before leaving.
Literal Translation
Need you defecate before leave.
" Sinabi ng doktor na mahalagang dumumi ang pasyente nang regular upang manatiling malusog ang kanyang sistema ng pagtunaw. "
Natural Translation
The doctor said it is important for the patient to have regular bowel movements to keep the digestive system healthy.
Literal Translation
Said of doctor that important to-defecate the patient of regular in-order remain healthy the his system of digestion.
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