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    Bukalkalin (en. To open up)

    /bukaˈlka.lin/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    An action of opening something or a space.
    Open the window to let the air in.
    Bukalkalin mo ang bintana upang makapasok ang hangin.
    Allowing things to enter or exit.
    Open the door to let the guest in.
    Bukalkalin ang pintuan upang makapasok ang bisita.

    Etymology

    Origin: 'buka' (to open) + 'kalin' (a variant of 'kali', meaning 'to make or do')

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    open the mind
    Allow new ideas to come in.
    bukalkalin ang isipan

    Related Words

    open
    The act of opening or creating space.
    buka
    do
    A word representing action or doing.
    kali

    Slang Meanings

    To hide or stash away.
    Juan said, 'Just hide the stuff so Mom won't see it.'
    Sabi ni Juan, 'Bukalkalin mo na lang yung mga gamit para hindi makita ni Nanay.'
    To keep information or secrets hidden.
    You should just stash the truth away so you won't get judged.
    Dapat bukalkalin mo na lang yung totoo para hindi ka ma-judge.