kabog
loud sound of falling object
Also means
In modern slang, kabog means to decisively beat or outperform someone — 'Kinabog niya ang kalaban' means 'He crushed his opponent.'
Usage Note
Kabog is originally an onomatopoeic word for the dull, heavy thud of something falling. In contemporary Filipino slang it has evolved into a verb meaning to dominate or destroy a competitor — used in gaming, sports, debates, and performance contexts — and the slang usage is now widespread among young Filipinos online.
Examples
" May malakas na kabog sa kusina. "
Natural Translation
There was a loud thud in the kitchen.
Literal Translation
There-is loud that thud in kitchen.
" Ang kabog ay galing sa itaas. "
Natural Translation
The loud thud came from upstairs.
Literal Translation
The loud-thud is from at top.
" Hindi inakala ng kalaban na kakabugin sila ng bagong koponan sa torneo ngayong taon. "
Natural Translation
The opponents didn't expect that the new team would crush them in the tournament this year.
Literal Translation
Not expected by-the opponent that will-crush them by-the new team in tournament this year.
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