From root: kulam
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nangulam
na-ngu-LAM
bewitched
Present (Incomplete)
nangungulam
na-ngu-ngu-LAM
is bewitching
Future (Contemplated)
mangungulam
ma-ngu-ngu-LAM
will bewitch
Usage Note
Mangulam is used to describe the act of performing sorcery or black magic, typically with the intent to inflict harm or illness on another person. It is deeply rooted in Filipino folk beliefs regarding 'mangkukulam' (witches) and is usually mentioned in the context of superstition or folklore.
Examples
" Takot siyang mangulam ng kapwa. "
Natural Translation
He is afraid to bewitch others.
Literal Translation
Afraid he bewitch of fellow.
" Ayaw niyang mangulam ng kapitbahay. "
Natural Translation
She doesn't want to bewitch a neighbor.
Literal Translation
Dislike he bewitch of neighbor.
" Pinaniniwalaan sa nayon na kaya niyang mangulam ng kaaway gamit ang manyikang tinusok ng karayom. "
Natural Translation
It is believed in the village that she can bewitch an enemy using a doll pierced with needles.
Literal Translation
Believed in village that can she bewitch of enemy using the doll pierced of needle.
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