Bumalda (en. To flick)

/bʊˈmaldə/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform a sudden or quick flicking action.
He flicked his finger on his friend's foot.
Bumalda siya ng daliri sa talampakan ng kanyang kaibigan.
A hit or tap on an object with speed that causes it to quickly move from its position.
He flicked the newspaper onto the floor.
Bumalda siya ng pahayagan sa sahig.
Done as a means of correcting or adjusting something.
She flicked the cloth on top of the table to remove dust.
Bumalda siya sa itaas ng telo upang alisin ang alikabok.

Common Phrases and Expressions

flicking hand
Performing a sudden pinch or hit using the hand.
bumaldang kamay

Related Words

flick
A quick movement or action of the hand.
pitik

Slang Meanings

danced like nobody cares
He danced in the middle of the road while waiting for a jeep.
Bumalda siya sa gitna ng kalsada habang nag-aantay ng jeep.
to enjoy or have a blast
We enjoyed ourselves at the beach almost the whole day.
Bumalda kami sa beach sabay halos buong maghapon.
to become more energetic or lively
The gang arrived and everyone started to liven up at the party!
Dumating na ang tropa at bumalda na ang lahat sa party!