Brusko (en. Gruff)
/brusko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Harsh or rough in demeanor.
His brusque demeanor instilled fear in people.
Ang kanyang brusko na asal ay nagdulot ng takot sa mga tao.
Not gentle, making harsh movements.
Because of his brusque movements, the items flew away.
Dahil sa brusko niyang pagkilos, tumilapon ang mga gamit.
Disregarding the feelings of others.
He is brusque in his words, not thinking of how it affects others.
Siya ay brusko sa kanyang mga salita, hindi siya nag-iisip kung paano ito makakaapekto sa iba.
Etymology
The word 'brusko' comes from the Spanish word 'brusco' meaning harsh or gruff.
Common Phrases and Expressions
brusque movement
Quick movement that seems careless.
brusko ang pagkilos
brusque in speech
Harsh or gruff speech.
brusko sa pagsasalita
Related Words
brusker
A person with a brusque or gruff demeanor.
brusker
Slang Meanings
too harsh or rude
Wow, he's really brusque in class, not listening to his classmates.
Grabe, brusko talaga siya sa klase, hindi nakikinig sa mga kasamahan.
straightforward or no beating around the bush
I don’t want any fluff, I just want your answer to be brusque.
Ayaw ko nang paliguy-ligoy, gusto ko nang brusko ang sagot mo.
fast or sudden
The dispute escalated quickly, everyone went brusque.
Mabilis ang takbo ng disputa, nag-brusko ang lahat ng tao.