Buligaw (en. To help)

boo-lee-gaw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform a good action to help someone.
He wants to help those in need.
Nais niyang buligawan ang mga taong nangangailangan.
To provide support or service to another person.
His goal is to help his neighbors.
Ang kanyang layunin ay buligawan ang kanyang mga kapitbahay.
To be a partner in a task or situation.
Everyone needs help in this project.
Kailangan ng lahat ng buligaw sa proyektong ito.

Etymology

It originates from the word 'bulig' which means help.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I hope I can help you
I hope I can assist you.
Buligaw sana ako sa iyo

Related Words

help
Expresses the action of providing support or assistance.
tulong

Slang Meanings

Flirty or playful
Is he serious or is he just being flirty with me?
Seryoso ba siya o buligaw lang siya sa akin?
Making empty promises or sweet talk
I see you on your Instagram, you're just sweet-talking your crush!
Nakikita ko sa Instagram mo, buligaw ka kay crush!
Eager to chat or flirt with anyone
He's acting different today, seems like he's flirting with everyone.
Kakaiba siya ngayon, mukhang buligaw siya sa lahat.