Bumugaw (en. To awaken or to reveal)

bu-mu-gaw

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb indicating an action that reveals or uncovers something hidden.
His words awakened the truth of the situation.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay bumugaw sa katotohanan ng sitwasyon.
Indicates a revelation aimed at explaining or providing clarity.
His investigation revealed many secrets of the past.
Ang kanyang pagsisiyasat ay bumugaw sa maraming lihim ng nakaraan.
The act of dispelling misconceptions or misunderstandings.
In his speech, he dispelled a lot of misinformation.
Sa kanyang talumpati, bumugaw siya ng maraming maling impormasyon.

Etymology

The term 'bumugaw' originates from the root word 'ugaw' which means 'to kill' an illusion or a lie.

Common Phrases and Expressions

revealed the truth
shed light or opened the mind about a person or situation
nag-bumugaw sa katotohanan

Related Words

reveal
The action of revealing or disclosing a secret.
bunyag
any
A word describing an unspecified thing or idea.
alinmang

Slang Meanings

Only for the ones that aren't good.
Because of Jessa, it's like she's only for those who aren't inspiring.
Dahil kay Jessa, para bang bumugaw na siya sa mga hindi nakaka-inspire.
Showing kindness or care to someone.
You know he likes you when he cares for you during the toughest days.
Alam mong gusto ka niya kapag bumugaw siya sa'yo sa mga araw na pinaka mabigat.
To help or do good for someone.
He helped me when I needed assistance with my assignments.
Bumugaw siya sa akin nung kailangan ko ng tulong sa takdang-aralin.