From root: kulog
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
kumulog
ku-mu-LOG
thundered
Present (Incomplete)
kumukulog
ku-mu-ku-LOG
is thundering
Future (Contemplated)
kukulog
ku-ku-LOG
will thunder
Usage Note
Kumulog is used when describing the natural sound of thunder, often functioning as an impersonal verb to state that a thunderstorm is occurring. In the Philippines, it is a common topic of conversation during the rainy season to signal an approaching downpour.
Examples
" Kumulog kagabi nang malakas. "
Natural Translation
It thundered loudly last night.
Literal Translation
Thundered last-night loudly.
" Maaaring kumulog bago ang ulan. "
Natural Translation
It might thunder before the rain.
Literal Translation
Might thunder before the rain.
" Kumukulog na nang malakas kaya nagmadali kaming umuwi bago tuluyang umulan. "
Natural Translation
It was already thundering loudly, so we hurried home before it rained completely.
Literal Translation
Thundering already loudly so hurried we go-home before completely rained.
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