Bulugan (en. Light source)
/bu.lu.ɡan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A source of light or illumination.
The bulugan provides light to the dark room.
Ang bulugan ay nagbibigay ng ilaw sa madilim na silid.
An element of nature that produces light.
The bulugan is important for animals that come out at night.
Mahalaga ang bulugan sa mga hayop na lumalabas sa gabi.
Etymology
The term 'bulugan' originated from the root word 'bulog' which means light or brightness.
Common Phrases and Expressions
light of the moon
The illumination that comes from the moon.
bulugan ng buwan
light of the sun
The illumination that comes from the sun.
bulugan ng araw
Related Words
flashlight
A portable light used in dark places.
flashlight
lamp
An device that provides light.
lamp
Slang Meanings
From Bulacan
Oh, you’re from Bulugan? That’s far!
Eh, taga-bulugan ka pala? Ang layo ah!
A run-down place
The trees here are beautiful, it’s like a run-down place!
Ang ganda ng mga puno dito, parang bulugan lang!