hubad
hubád with stress marks
naked, bare (undressed)
Usage Note
Hubad means completely undressed or bare — stripped of clothing. It is the standard, direct term for nakedness and is used in medical, literary, and everyday contexts without being taboo, though it is frank. In contrast, 'hubô' (naked from the waist down) is more specific. 'Hubad na katotohanan' (naked truth) is a common figurative use.
Examples
" Hubad ang sanggol pagkatapos maligo. "
Natural Translation
The baby is naked after bathing.
Literal Translation
Naked the baby after bathe.
" Ang bata ay hubad pa. "
Natural Translation
The child is still naked.
Literal Translation
The child is naked still.
" Sa kaniyang talumpati, inilantad ng manunulat ang hubad na katotohanan tungkol sa kahirapang dinaranas ng mga magsasaka. "
Natural Translation
In his speech, the writer exposed the naked truth about the poverty that the farmers endure.
Literal Translation
In his speech, exposed by-the writer the naked truth about the poverty endured by the farmers.
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