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    Bumalantok (en. Earthquake)

    /bu-ma-lan-tok/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A natural disturbance in the earth's structure that causes strong shaking.
    The earthquake caused significant damage to buildings.
    Ang bumalantok ay nagdala ng malaking pinsala sa mga gusali.
    An event caused by the sudden movement of tectonic plates.
    The earthquake that occurred last night was due to tectonic activity.
    Ang bumalantok na naganap kagabi ay dala ng tectonic activity.

    Etymology

    From the words 'bato' (stone) and 'buhawi' (whirlwind)

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    The aftermath of an earthquake lasts longer.
    It takes a while for people to recover from the effects of an earthquake.
    Bumalik ang midyo ng bumalantok

    Related Words

    earthquake
    A tremor that can cause damage.
    lindol
    foreshock
    A sound or rumble often heard before a strong quake.
    tingga

    Slang Meanings

    to fall down or collapse
    My friend fell down from exhaustion.
    Bumalantok yung kaibigan ko sa sobrang pagod.
    to get hurt or drop down
    He fell to the floor when the basket fell.
    Bumalantok siya sa sahig nang mahulog yung basket.
    to faint or lose consciousness
    Big brother fainted in the middle of the game.
    Bumalantok si kuya sa gitna ng laro.