Bulagain (en. To bulge)

/bulaˈɡain/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Having excess content that causes swelling or stretching.
The tire is bulging due to too much air.
Ang gulong ay bulagain dahil sa sobrang hangin.
The protrusion or emergence of a part from its usual shape.
The bulge in the stomach is a sign of gas.
Ang bulagain ng tiyan ay tanda ng kabag.
The rising or appearance of any object from beneath something else.
The bulge of the soil from the roots should be monitored.
Ang bulagain ng lupa mula sa mga ugat ay dapat imonitor.

Etymology

Tagalog

Common Phrases and Expressions

stomach bulge
this refers to the swelling or change in shape of the stomach, often caused by gas or indigestion.
bulagain ng tiyan
has a bulge
this describes anything that protrudes or bulges out from its normal form.
may bulge

Related Words

bulge
The bulging or lifting of anything filled or fluid, typically caused by excessive pressure.
bula

Slang Meanings

Look for or seek out someone important in a matter.
Get him or her involved to find out what their plans are for us.
Bulagain mo siya para malaman natin kung anong balak niya sa atin.
Find a way to achieve something with the help of someone else.
Let's get our sibling who has connections to get the tickets.
Bulagain natin si kapatid na may koneksiyon para makakuha ng tickets.
Pretend or lie to get what you want.
Just play along and tell them you're running for office to get their attention.
Bulagain mo na lang siya at sabihin mong kakandidato ka para makuha ang atensyon.