sumpong
sumpóng with stress marks
fit; tantrum; moodiness
Usage Note
Sumpong refers to a sudden mood swing, emotional outburst, or unpredictable temperament, often used to describe someone who is erratic or prone to fits of anger or sulkiness. Those around a sumpong-prone person learn to read the warning signs and tread carefully.
Examples
" May sumpong ang aso. "
Natural Translation
The dog is in a foul mood.
Literal Translation
Has fit the dog.
" May sumpong ang bata ngayon. "
Natural Translation
The child has a tantrum today.
Literal Translation
Has tantrum the child today.
" Kapag inaatake ng sumpong ang kanyang lola, mas mabuting hayaan muna itong mag-isa hanggang sa kumalma ang loob nito. "
Natural Translation
Whenever her grandmother is gripped by a fit of moodiness, it is better to leave her alone first until she calms down.
Literal Translation
When attacked by-the moodiness the her grandmother, more good to-let first this be-alone until calmed the inside its.
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