Bumasig (en. To float)

/buˈma.sig/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of floating or flowing something over the water.
The boat is on the lake.
Ang bangka ay bumasig sa lawa.
The act of increasing or spreading in a space.
The clouds fell into the sky.
Ang mga ulap ay bumasig sa kalangitan.
Movement of the objek that does not seem to be walking in a straight line.
The birds burst into the air while flying.
Ang mga ibon ay bumasig sa hangin habang lumilipad.

Etymology

The word 'bumasig' comes from the root word 'basig' which may refer to passing or following.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to float with the flow
To go with the flow of the situation or fate.
bumasig sa agos

Related Words

to float
The action of something rising that does not sink in water.
lumutang
flow
The act of water flowing or streaming.
agwa

Slang Meanings

Started or became a shout in a situation.
I jumped into their conversation about reality.
Bumasig ako sa kwentuhan nila tungkol sa reyalidad.
Suddenly an emotion or reaction flared up.
My anger flared up when I saw him.
Bumasig ang galit ko nang makita ko siya.
A group or community became active or strong.
The youth sprang into action to help the victims.
Bumasig ang mga kabataan sa pagtulong sa mga nasalanta.