Bokal (en. Bokal)

/bókal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A term referring to a branch of a tree that has no leaves.
The bokal is commonly used in artworks.
Ang bokal ay karaniwang ginagamit sa mga likhang sining.
A state or condition of having no parts or components.
The bokal of his idea led to a new approach.
Ang bokal ng kanyang ideya ay nagbigay daan sa bagong pamamaraan.

Etymology

Bokal ay nag-ugat mula sa salitang Swahili.

Common Phrases and Expressions

leafless tree
A tree that has no leaves.
bokal na puno

Related Words

leaf
A part of a plant that is usually green and used by the plant in photosynthesis.
dahon
branch
A part of a tree that connects the leaves or flowers.
sanga

Slang Meanings

dumb or not smart
Wow, that guy is so bokal, he doesn't even know the answer!
Hala, ang boko naman niyan, hindi niya alam ang sagot!
indecisive
My friend is so bokal when it comes to choosing what to buy, it takes forever for him to decide!
Yung kaibigan ko, bokal sa pagpili ng bibilhin, ang tagal magdesisyon!
lazy
Wow, my friend is so bokal, he doesn't want to get up!
Grabe, ang boko ng tropa ko, ayaw nang bumangon!