Buhat (en. Lift)

/ˈbuhat/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
An action meaning to raise or transport an object.
The children lifted the heavy bag to hand it to their teacher.
Buhat ng mga bata ang mabigat na sako upang maipasa ito sa kanilang guro.
To bring or transport an object to a specific location.
Carry the table to the dining area.
Buhatin mo ang mesa papunta sa dining area.
To place weight on something.
Lift that weight using both hands.
Buhatin mo ang timbang na iyon gamit ang dalawang kamay.

Etymology

From the root word 'buhat' which means 'to carry' or 'to lift'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

lift of speech
The ability to speak or perform an action.
buhat ng pagsasalita

Related Words

to lift
A verb meaning to pass or transfer an object.
buhatin
lifting the weight
Phrase meaning raising the heavy object.
buhatin ang bigat

Slang Meanings

someone who is pregnant
She is the one with a heavy load who needs help in life's struggles.
Siya ang may buhat na kailangan ng tulong sa hirap ng buhay.
to carry or bear a heavy burden
My problems are so heavy to bear that I decided to ask for help.
Sobrang buhat na ang mga problema ko kaya't nagpasya na akong humingi ng tulong.
to lift something physically
Just lift it twice, and I'll run in the race!
Tig-dalawang buhat lang, at tatakbo na ako sa takbuhan!