Buhanghang (en. Dust)
/buˈhaŋhaŋ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
Small particles of soil or minerals.
Dust causes airborne particles.
Ang buhanghang ay nagiging sanhi ng alikabok sa hangin.
A finer form of earth.
The dust by the river can be carried by water.
Ang buhanghang sa tabi ng ilog ay kayang dalhin ng tubig.
Etymology
Root word derived from 'sand' and 'air'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
dust in the eyes
Causes irritation or itching in the eyes.
buhanghang sa mata
Related Words
sand
Larger and coarser parts of earth compared to dust.
buhangin
dust
Composed of small, often unnoticeable particle remnants.
alikabok
Slang Meanings
just chilling or relaxing
Let's just chill while we wait for our friend.
Buhanghang lang tayo habang nag-aantay sa kaibigan natin.
no problem
It's easy, you got this!
Buhanghang lang, kaya mo 'yan!
come on, let's go!
Come on, let's go eat!
Buhanghang na, tara na sa kainan!