Bumulusok (en. To fall down)

/bumuˈlusok/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of descending from a higher place.
Suddenly, the leaves fell down from the tree when the wind blew.
Biglang bumulusok ang mga dahon mula sa puno nang humangin.
The act of falling or declining to a lower level.
His grades fell down in the last exam, resulting in him failing the class.
Bumulusok ang kanyang marka sa huling pagsusulit kaya't siya ay nahulog sa klase.
A drop accompanied by force or weight.
He fell down the mountain with all his strength to land in the river.
Bumulusok siya mula sa bundok na may buong lakas upang mag-landing sa ilog.

Etymology

Spanish: 'bulusuk'

Common Phrases and Expressions

the rain falls suddenly
the sudden downpour of rain
bumulusok ang ulan

Related Words

drop
An action of falling down.
hulog
fall
Loss of level or position in school or competition.
bagsak

Slang Meanings

Plunged or dropped quickly.
He plunged underwater quickly to grab the ball.
Bumulusok siya sa ilalim ng tubig para makuha ang bola.
People rushed or hurried.
People rushed outside when the alarm rang.
Bumulusok ang mga tao papuntang labas nang mag-siren ang alarma.