Bakubako (en. Bumpy)

/bakubáko/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Describes a surface that is uneven or has bumps.
The road is bumpy, so we need a vehicle with better suspension.
Ang daan ay bakubako, kaya't kailangan natin ng mas mababang sasakyan.
Describes a situation or experience that is not smooth or filled with interruptions.
Our trip was bumpy due to numerous detours.
Ang biyahe namin ay bakubako dahil sa maraming pagsasalungat sa daan.

Common Phrases and Expressions

the road is bumpy
The road has many bumps and is uneven.
bakubako ang daan

Related Words

pothole
A hole or dip in the road that causes it to be bumpy.
lubak
obstruction
The presence of obstacles on the route that causes bumps.
pagsasalungat

Slang Meanings

A joyful celebration or festivity.
We had a blast at Jessa's birthday party, it was so much fun!
Nag-bakubako kami sa birthday party ni Jessa, ang saya!
Getting angry or annoyed.
He seems to be really ticked off because the concert got canceled.
Parang bakubako na siya kasi hindi natuloy ang concert.