Bumuwis (en. To pay tax)
/buˈmuwis/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
To perform the act of paying taxes.
We need to pay tax as soon as possible.
Kailangan nating bumuwis sa lalong madaling panahon.
To give an amount to the government as part of an obligation.
It is mandatory for all citizens to pay taxes.
Mandatory ang bumuwis para sa lahat ng mamamayan.
The process of declaring income and paying taxes.
We should learn how to pay taxes correctly.
Dapat ay matuto tayo kung paano bumuwis nang tama.
Etymology
The word 'bumuwis' comes from the root word 'uwis' meaning 'payment of tax'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
pay tax correctly
Payment of tax according to regulations and proper processes.
bumuwis ng tama
Related Words
tax
A portion of income or value paid by citizens or businesses to the government.
buwis
Slang Meanings
Gave up or surrendered in a fight.
He just gave up in the end because he was really losing.
Bumuwis na lang siya sa huli kasi talo na talaga siya.
Hid or left without showing up.
He left before we could talk.
Bumuwis na siya bago pa kami magkausap.