Uhong

mushroom; fungusnoun

Alternative meanings

mushroom; fungus; fungal organism; fungal infection depending on context

Pronunciation

OO-hong

Root and affixes

Common word for mushroom or fungus. For a fungal infection, say impeksyon sa uhong or fungal infection in modern medical context.

Variants or conjugations

uhong; mushroom; fungus; impeksyon sa uhong; fungal infection

Related words and expressions

plant; food; forest; illness; skin; infection; nature

Meaning and usage notes

Use uhong for edible mushrooms or fungi. In health contexts, clarify impeksyon sa uhong if you mean a fungal infection.