From root: pula
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
namula
na-mu-LA
blushed
Present (Incomplete)
namumula
na-mu-mu-LA
blushing
Future (Contemplated)
mamumula
ma-mu-mu-LA
will blush
Usage Note
Mamula is used to describe the physical act of turning red or blushing, often triggered by emotions like embarrassment, shyness, or anger. It is commonly used in romantic contexts or when someone is caught in an awkward situation.
Examples
" Namula siya kaagad. "
Natural Translation
She blushed right away.
Literal Translation
Blushed she immediately.
" Ayaw kong mamula sa harap mo. "
Natural Translation
I don't want to blush in front of you.
Literal Translation
Not-want I turn-red in front your.
" Namula ang mukha niya nang biglang banggitin ng guro ang pangalan ng taong matagal na niyang nililigawan. "
Natural Translation
Her face turned red when the teacher suddenly mentioned the name of the person she had long been courting.
Literal Translation
Blushed the face her when suddenly mention by-teacher the name of person long already she courting.
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