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.