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    Bala (en. Bullet)

    ˈbala

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A hard piece of metal used as a projectile in firearms.
    The bullet hit the target.
    Ang bala ay tumama sa target.
    A term used for projectiles carrying explosive or poisonous substances.
    The bullet can cause serious injury.
    Ang bala ay maaaring magsanhi ng malubhang pinsala.
    A unit of ammunition used in guns.
    I need to buy bullets for my gun.
    Kailangan kong bumili ng bala para sa aking baril.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Spanish word 'balas'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    bullet explosion
    the sound or event of a bullet being fired
    pagsabog ng bala

    Related Words

    gun
    A device used to shoot bullets.
    baril
    ammunition
    Materials used in shooting, including bullets.
    munisyon

    Slang Meanings

    An object used for stabbing or hitting.
    Why don't you throw your bullet at him?
    Bakit hindi mo ibato yung bala mo sa kanya?
    Quick movement or action.
    You really move fast, like a bullet!
    Ang bilis mo talagang bumala, parang bala!
    Synonymous with caring or concern for a friend.
    For you, I will always have your back no matter what happens.
    Basta sa'yo, mabala ako kahit anong mangyari.