From root: puti
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
pumuti
pu-mu-TI
became white
Present (Incomplete)
pumuputi
pu-mu-pu-TI
is becoming white
Future (Contemplated)
puputi
pu-pu-TI
will become white
Usage Note
Pumuti is frequently used to describe skin turning lighter due to cosmetic products or lack of sun exposure, reflecting local beauty standards. It can also refer to hair turning gray or objects fading over time.
Examples
" Pumuti ang buhok ni Lolo. "
Natural Translation
Grandpa's hair turned white.
Literal Translation
Became-white the hair of Grandpa.
" Pumuti siya simula noong tumigil siya sa pagbibilad. "
Natural Translation
She became fairer since she stopped sunbathing.
Literal Translation
Become-white she since when stopped she sunbathing.
" Pumuti nang husto ang balat niya pagkatapos ng ilang buwang pananatili sa loob ng bahay. "
Natural Translation
Her skin became noticeably fairer after several months of staying indoors.
Literal Translation
Became-white very the skin her after of several months staying inside of house.
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