libog
libóg with stress marks
lust; lasciviousness
Usage Note
Libog is a direct and frank term for sexual lust or lasciviousness. It is considered vulgar in polite company but is used plainly in casual conversation among peers. It differs from 'libido' (a clinical or neutral term) by carrying a stronger sense of carnal craving.
Examples
" Tema ng pelikula ang libog. "
Natural Translation
Lust is the theme of the film.
Literal Translation
Theme of-the film the lust.
" Masama ang libog. "
Natural Translation
Lust is bad.
Literal Translation
Bad the lust.
" Sa klase ng sikolohiya, tinalakay ng guro kung paano nakaaapekto ang libog sa pag-uugali ng tao. "
Natural Translation
In the psychology class, the teacher discussed how lust affects human behavior.
Literal Translation
In-the class of psychology, discussed of-the teacher how affects the lust to-the behavior of person.
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