Bukadkad (en. To unfold)

/buːkədˈkəd/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that describes the movement of things from an enclosed state.
The flower petals are gradually unfolding in the morning.
Ang mga dahon ng bulaklak ay unti-unting bukadkad sa umaga.
Opening or expanding something that is wrapped.
Due to the heat of the sun, the sheets started to unfold from the stack of books.
Dahil sa init ng araw, ang mga papela ay bukadkad mula sa kanyang limang tasang aklat.
Movement of something from a closed position to an open position.
They showcased the shaping of shadows because of the unfolding leaves.
Ipinakita nila ang paghuhubog ng lilim dahil sa mga bukadkad na dahon.

Etymology

Tagalog word describing an action or process.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unfolding of petals
Referring to the unfolding or opening of flower petals.
bukadkad ang mga petals

Related Words

spring
This is a form of water that aids in the growth and sprouting of plants.
bukal
leaf
The parts of a plant that emerge or unfold from the branch.
dahon

Slang Meanings

to take out or remove something from a stuck condition
Open the can so we can get the contents.
Bukadkad mo na 'yung lata para makuha natin 'yung laman.
opened up, like something burst open
Wow, the door flew open with the strong wind!
Grabe, parang bukadkad 'yung pinto sa sobrang lakas ng hangin!
became active or exposed to others
He became open on social media since his video went viral.
Naging bukadkad na siya sa social media simula ng nag-viral 'yung video niya.