From root: multo
Usage Note
Pagmumulto specifically denotes the process or behavior of a ghost manifesting itself to the living.
Examples
" Takot sila sa pagmumulto. "
Natural Translation
They are afraid of the haunting.
Literal Translation
Afraid they of the haunting.
" Tumigil na ang pagmumulto sa kwarto. "
Natural Translation
The haunting in the room has already stopped.
Literal Translation
Stopped already the haunting in-the room.
" Naniniwala ang mga matatanda na titigil lang ang pagmumulto kapag naipanalangin na ang yumaong may-ari. "
Natural Translation
The elders believe that the haunting will only stop once the deceased owner has been prayed for.
Literal Translation
Believe the elders that will-stop only the haunting when prayed-for already the deceased owner.
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