Balikawkaw (en. Raspberry bush)

/bɑˈlikaw.kaw/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A type of plant commonly found in mountainous areas.

The balikawkaw is often seen at the foothills of mountains.

Ang balikawkaw ay madalas na makikita sa mga paanan ng bundok.

A plant known for its fruits.

Many people enjoy eating fruits from the balikawkaw.

Maraming tao ang gustong kumain ng prutas mula sa balikawkaw.

A plant that regrows easily when cut.

The balikawkaw quickly comes back even if it is cut.

Ang balikawkaw ay mabilis na bumabalik kahit na ito ay pinutol.

Originates from the word 'balik' (return) and 'awkaw' (raspberry bush), referring to a plant that grows back or regrows.

re-rooting

Restoration or resurgence of something or an idea from the beginning.

balik-ugat

return

A verb meaning to come back or show oneself again.

balik

Returning what someone did, especially in a hurtful way.

He's the type of person that when you hurt him, he will return it in a more painful way. Truly a balikawkaw.

Siya yung tipo ng tao na kapag sinaktan mo, agad kang ibabalik ng mas masakit na paraan. Balikawkaw talaga.

Retribution or payback, typically with a sense of vengeance.

You shouldn't hurt him, because there's definitely going to be a balikawkaw coming for you.

Dapat ay huwag mo siyang saktan, kasi siguradong may balikawkaw sa'yo.

Returning a hidden grudge or anger.

Maybe someday, he'll get back at you for the hurtful things you said.

Baka baling araw, may balikawkaw siya sa mga sinabi mong masakit.