Bultakin (en. Bulging)

/bulˈta.kin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of the body that is swollen or bulging.
He noticed he had a bulge in his stomach after overeating.
Nakita niyang may bultakin ang kanyang tiyan matapos ang labis na pagkain.
A tangle of activities or accumulation of things in one piece.
The bulge of clothes is causing mess in his room.
Ang bultakin ng mga damit ay nagiging sanhi ng gulo sa kanyang silid.
An abnormal shape or form in an object.
The bulge in the wall is a sign of problems in the house.
Ang bultakin sa dingding ay senyales ng pagkakaroon ng problema sa bahay.

Etymology

Root word: 'bulta' meaning circular or swirling movement.

Common Phrases and Expressions

has a bulge
indicates there is a swelling or protrusion in a body or object.
may bultakin

Related Words

to bulge
A verb referring to the act of protruding or swelling.
umumbok
to swell
A verb related to swelling or increase in size.
namaga

Slang Meanings

fast spinning or traveling
They drove so fast, it felt like they didn't want to be left behind!
Bultakin ang takbo ng sasakyan nila, parang ayaw magpahuli!
sudden influx or raid
There was a sudden rush of people at the concert, so crowded!
Bultakin ang mga tao sa concert, sobrang dami!
to cut through or overcome obstacles
He can bulldoze through his life problems.
Kaya niyang bultakin ang mga problema sa buhay niya.