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    Biyakan (en. Booby trap)

    /bijaˈkan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A type of trap or setup intended to disrupt or ensnare a person or animal.
    Place the trap on the path to catch those who pass by.
    Ilagay mo ang biyakan sa daan upang mahuli ang mga umaakyat.
    A strategy or method to gain attention or spread misinformation.
    They used the trap to disguise their true intentions.
    Ginamit nila ang biyakan upang itago ang kanilang tunay na layunin.
    An arrangement designed to specifically injure or damage.
    Be careful of the traps set around.
    Maging maingat ka sa mga biyakan na inilagay sa paligid.

    Etymology

    From the word 'biya' meaning signal of something falling.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    In the trap!
    Indicates that there is danger or damage.
    Nasa biyakan!

    Related Words

    trap
    An object or tool used to catch or ensnare something.
    bitag

    Slang Meanings

    like the joy or happiness brought by an experience
    That concert was such a blast, it was super fun!
    Grabe ang biyakan ng concert na 'yon, sobrang saya!
    a fun or lively gathering with friends
    Let’s have another get-together at home, come on!
    Biyakan na naman tayo sa bahay, tara!
    celebration or festivity
    Let's party for Mike's birthday celebration!
    Biyakan na para sa birthday celebration ni Mike!