Bulbo (en. Bulb)

/buhl-bo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of a plant that uses energy storage for growth.
The tulip bulbs should be planted in the fall.
Ang mga bulbo ng tulip ay dapat itanim sa taglagas.
A form of light that emits light using electricity.
Replace the light bulb in the kitchen.
Palitan mo na ang bulbo ng ilaw sa kusina.

Etymology

Spanish

Common Phrases and Expressions

light bulb
a type of light commonly used in homes
bulbo ng ilaw

Related Words

garlic
A type of bulb commonly used in cooking.
bawang

Slang Meanings

Addict (always using drugs)
Do you know Andy? He's a mess, not himself anymore.
Kilala mo ba si Andy? Bulbo na siya, wala na sa sarili.
Dumb or stupid (jokingly)
With a question like that, you really are clueless!
Kapag ganito ang tanong mo, bulbo ka talaga!
Lover (in a non-serious relationship)
No commitment, we're just seeing each other.
Walang commitment, bulbo lang tayo.