Bangalin (en. To summon)

baŋɡaˈlin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To make a call or to summon.
Summon your friends for the gathering.
Bangalin mo ang mga kaibigan mo para sa pagtitipon.
To bring someone to a place by calling their name.
Call him by his name to have him come.
Bangalin mo siya sa kanyang pangalan upang siya ay dumating.
To give a signal or indication for their arrival.
Let's call him when everything is ready.
Bangalin natin siya kapag handa na ang lahat.

Etymology

Originated from the native languages of the Philippines.

Common Phrases and Expressions

call the guests
invite or summon the guests
bangalin ang mga bisita

Related Words

call
The act of calling or gathering people.
tawag
known
A person who is recognized or known by name.
kilala

Slang Meanings

Crying or emotional
The bangalin kid cries at the slightest provocation.
Ang bangalin na bata, konting kibot lang umiiyak na.
Sensitive
Don't be too sensitive, you're such a bangalin!
Huwag ka masyadong maramdamin, bangalin ka kasi!
Dramatic
She's so dramatic, always a bangalin in stories.
Sobra siyang ma-drama, laging bangalin sa mga kwento.