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    Bumunlag (en. To free oneself)

    /buˈmunlaɡ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of escaping from a captive situation.
    He freed himself from his captivity.
    Siya ay bumunlag mula sa kanyang pagkakaalipin.
    The process of obtaining freedom.
    Freeing oneself from limitations is difficult but necessary.
    Ang bumunlag sa mga limitasyon ay mahirap pero kinakailangan.

    Etymology

    Origin of the word 'bunlag' meaning to escape from a state or captivity.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to break free from chains
    to leave from restrictions or obstacles
    bumunlag mula sa tanikala

    Related Words

    liberation
    The process of freeing from constraints or servitude.
    liberasyon

    Slang Meanings

    failed or did not succeed
    Our project flopped in the finals.
    Bumunlag yung project namin sa finals.
    dropped out of the conversation or is no longer involved
    He already dropped out of our plans later.
    Bumunlag na siya sa plano natin mamaya.
    changed his mind or decision
    He changed his mind about not going.
    Bumunlag siya sa dati niyang desisyon na hindi pupunta.