Bumalak (en. To burst)
bu-ma-lak
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action related to bursting or breaking.
The cigarette returned to his hand when it suddenly burst.
Bumalik ang sigarilyo sa kanyang kamay nang bigla itong bumalak.
The sudden departure and removal.
When the people gathered, the hidden danger burst forth.
Nang magtipon ang mga tao, bumalak ang panganib na nakatago sa likod.
The body of water or any object that suddenly splashes from its source.
Water burst from the tap when it was not properly closed.
Bumalak ang tubig mula sa gripo nang hindi ito nakasara ng maayos.
Etymology
Root word: balak
Common Phrases and Expressions
Suddenly burst
Something unexpected happened.
Bumalang bigla
Related Words
intent
A concern meaning an intention or plan.
balak
return
The act of going back to a state or condition.
sumbalik
Slang Meanings
quickly hauling or moving things
Marco quickly moved his things when that storm hit.
Bumalak ng mga gamit si Marco nang nag-alboroto ang bagyong 'yan.
screaming or occasional crying of a person
Memories came flooding back, and I cried out of sadness.
Bumalik ang mga alaala kaya't bumalak ako sa sobrang lungkot.
feeling hurt or experiencing frustration
I broke down because of how upset I was with Janet.
Bumalak ako sa sobrang sama ng loob kay Janet.