Bulahaw (en. Overcast)

bu-la-haw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A weather condition where the sky is covered with clouds.
The overcast brings a cool breeze.
Ang bulahaw ay nagdudulot ng malamig na simoy ng hangin.
Clouds or shadows that cover the sky.
The overcast provided a cover from the sunlight.
Ang bulahaw ay nagbigay ng takip sa sikat ng araw.

Etymology

Tagalog word 'singa' meaning 'to envelop.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Very overcast
The clouds in the sky are very heavy.
Sobrang bulahaw

Related Words

totality
The total portion where light is covered.
totality
cloudy
A type of weather that has many clouds.
maulap

Slang Meanings

Chitchat (endless talk)
Mark's chatter is captivating, like an endless story.
Ang bulahaw ni Mark ay nakakabighani, parang walang katapusang kwento.
Gossip (talk about rumors)
There's chatter on the corner about the new hangout spot for the youth.
May bulahaw sa kanto tungkol sa bagong tambayan ng mga kabataan.
Conversation (exchange of ideas or stories)
Their chatter is filled with travel stories.
Ang bulahaw nila ay puno ng mga travel stories.