Balikaral (en. Helper)

/balikaˈral/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or thing that is involved in doing a project or task.
The collaborator in the project is important for success.
Ang balikaral sa proyekto ay mahalaga upang magtagumpay.
A tool or equipment used to speed up a process.
We need this helper for our task.
Kailangan natin ng balikaral na ito para sa ating gawain.

Etymology

Sanskrit: 'balikara', Tagalog: 'dapat, dapat tayo magtulungan.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

collaborator in duty
a person who assists in a duty or responsibility.
balikaral sa tungkulin

Related Words

collaboration
The process of helping each other to achieve a goal.
pagtutulungan
assistant
A person who gives help or support.
katulong

Slang Meanings

Expression of doubt or misunderstanding about what someone is saying.
Balikaral! Not sure what you’re saying.
Balikaral! Not sure kung anong sinasabi mo.
Speaking about things that are messy or pointless.
Don’t listen to him, he’s just talking nonsense.
Huwag makinig sa kanya, puro balikaral lang ang sinasabi.
Talking that is pointless or insignificant.
Enough of your balikaral, I want a serious conversation.
Tama na 'yang balikaral mo, gusto ko ng seryosong usapan.