menggelembungkan

Menggelembungkan is a Malay word that translates to "to inflate" or "to cause to swell" in English. It is derived from the root word "gelembung," which means "bubble" or "blister." The prefix "meng-" indicates an active verb, signifying the action of inflating or causing something to swell.

This term can be used in various contexts. In a literal sense, it refers to the act of filling something with air or gas, such as menggelembungkan balon (to inflate a balloon) or menggelembungkan ban (to inflate a tire). It can also describe a process where something expands in volume, like a dough menggelembungkan saat dipanggang (swelling when baked).

Figuratively, menggelembungkan can be used to describe an increase or expansion in abstract concepts. For instance, it might refer to menggelembungkan anggaran (inflating a budget) to indicate an increase in expenses, or menggelembungkan popularitas (inflating popularity) to suggest an artificial or exaggerated rise in public favor. The context in which the word is used will determine its precise meaning. The action implies an increase in size or volume, whether physical or conceptual.