Bolta (en. Turn)

bol-ta

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A turn or twist.
We need to make the turn at the corner to avoid traffic.
Kailangan nating gawin ang bolta sa kanto upang makaligtas sa trapiko.
A change in direction.
The turn in his life gave him a new opportunity.
Ang bolta sa kanyang buhay ay nagbigay ng bagong pagkakataon.

Etymology

The term 'bolta' originates from the Spanish word 'volta' meaning turns or twists.

Common Phrases and Expressions

glass turn
A kind of turn used in decorations.
bolta ng salamin

Related Words

reversed
A word that means flipped or rearranged from the opposite.
binaligtad

Slang Meanings

To talk or chat secretly.
Let's bolt later after class, okay?
Bolta tayo mamaya pagkatapos ng klase, ha?
To speak quickly or in a disorganized manner.
You talked so fast like you were bolting, wow!
Parang nagbolta ka sa pagsasalita, ang bilis mo!
To join or hang out with people.
You should bolt with the gang, we need you!
Bolta ka na sa barkada, kailangan ka namin!