Bumuwag (en. To detach)

bu-mu-wag

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
To draw away from something in order to remove it.
He detached the wires from the equipment and left the area.
Bumuwag siya ng his mga mula sa mga kasangkapan at iniwan ang daan.
To separate or distance one thing from another.
His fingers detached from holding the glass.
Bumuwag ang mga daliri niya sa hawak ng baso.
To lose or break a connection or relationship.
Their relationship fell apart after several years.
Bumuwag ang kanilang relasyon matapos ang ilang taon.

Etymology

Tagalog origin

Common Phrases and Expressions

the friendship fell apart
The friendship has ended or parted.
bumuwag ang pagkakaibigan

Related Words

separation
Being apart or not in a relationship anymore.
hiwalay

Slang Meanings

to leave or break up (in a relationship)
They broke up because they were always fighting.
Bumuwag na sila kasi lagi na lang silang nag-aaway.
to stop suddenly or abruptly
The vehicle came to a sudden stop.
Bumuwag ang sasakyan sa biglaang pagpreno.
to weaken or lose strength
I felt weak when I carried that heavy bag.
Naramdaman kong bumuwag ako nung binuhat ko 'yung mabigat na bag.