Bumunot (en. To pull out)

/buˈnu.nɔt/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of pulling or retrieving something from a place.
He pulled out a book from his bag.
Bumunot siya ng isang libro mula sa kanyang bag.
Retrieving something that has been buried or hidden for a long time.
She pulled out memories from her mind.
Bumunot siya ng mga alaala mula sa kanyang isip.
Pulling out something with the intention to reveal it.
He pulled out a card from the deck.
Bumunot siya ng baraha mula sa deck.

Etymology

From the root 'bunot' which means 'to pull out'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to pull a tooth
The process of removing a tooth.
bumunot ng ngipin
to pull a card
The act of drawing a card from a deck.
bumunot ng baraha

Related Words

pull out
A process of pulling or removing something.
bunot
to pull
The action of getting or tugging something.
hilahin

Slang Meanings

To search for or take something out from a place.
He pulled out some money from his pocket to buy snacks.
Bumunot siya ng pera mula sa kanyang bulsa para bumili ng meryenda.
To get a special or impressive item.
The squad pulled off an awesome game during their game night.
Bumunot ang tropa ng malupit na laro sa game night nila.
To pretend or feign having the ability to do something.
He pulled out skills he didn't have, so he got caught.
Bumunot siya ng kapangyarihan na walang alam, kaya nahuli siya.