From root: multo
Usage Note
Pamumulto refers to the act or persistent occurrence of a spirit making its presence known in a specific location.
Examples
" Takot ako sa pamumulto. "
Natural Translation
I am afraid of haunting.
Literal Translation
Afraid I of haunting.
" Kinatatakutan ang pamumulto sa lumang bahay. "
Natural Translation
The haunting in the old house is feared.
Literal Translation
Feared the haunting in-the old house.
" Maraming kuwento tungkol sa pamumulto sa lumang mansiyon kaya halos walang nangangahas na manirahan doon. "
Natural Translation
There are many stories about the haunting in the old mansion, so almost no one dares to live there.
Literal Translation
Many stories about the haunting in old mansion so almost no-one dares that to-reside there.
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