From root: lubha
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
lumubha
lu-mub-HA
worsened
Present (Incomplete)
lumulubha
lu-mu-lub-HA
worsening
Future (Contemplated)
lulubha
lu-lub-HA
will worsen
Usage Note
Lumubha is typically used in formal or clinical contexts to describe a situation, condition, or illness that has intensified or become more severe. While similar to 'lumala', it carries a more serious tone and is frequently encountered in news reports or medical discussions.
Examples
" Baka lumubha ang sakit niya. "
Natural Translation
His illness might worsen.
Literal Translation
Maybe worsen the illness his.
" Ayaw kong lumubha ang ubo mo. "
Natural Translation
I don't want your cough to worsen.
Literal Translation
Not-want I worsen the cough your.
" Kung hindi siya magpapatingin sa doktor ngayon, baka lumubha ang kondisyon niya sa mga susunod na araw. "
Natural Translation
If he doesn't see a doctor now, his condition might worsen in the coming days.
Literal Translation
If not he will-be-examined by doctor now, maybe worsen the condition his in the next days.
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