Biglang-bigla (en. Sudden)
bi-glang-bi-gla
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adverb
Indicates a fast action or occurrence without preparation.
The rain started suddenly, causing flooding.
Biglang-bigla ang pag-ulan at nagdulot ito ng baha.
Without notice or warning.
He left suddenly as if he would not return.
Siya'y umalis biglang-bigla na parang hindi na babalik.
Instantly and unexpectedly.
His slipping on the floor was sudden.
Ang pagkakadulas niya sa sahig ay biglang-bigla.
Common Phrases and Expressions
suddenly attacked
A sudden attack, usually in situations of illness or danger.
biglang inatake
arrived suddenly
Arrival without warning or scheduled time.
biglang dumating
Related Words
sudden
A word indicating a change that is unexpected.
bigla
immediate
Related to an immediate action or event.
agaran
Slang Meanings
sudden event or occurrence
He said, there was a sudden commotion at school earlier.
Sabi niya, biglandbigla ang gulo sa school kanina.
attention-grabbing occurrence
Everyone suddenly danced when he walked in.
Napaka-biglandbigla pagsayaw ng lahat noong pumasok siya.