Butlig (en. Pimple)

/ˈbʊt.lɪg/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A small bump on the skin often caused by inflammation or infection.
He got a pimple on his forehead after playing outside.
Nagkaroon siya ng butlig sa kanyang noo pagkatapos maglaro sa labas.
A type of acne that often appears on the face or back.
The pimples on his face caused him distress.
Ang mga butlig sa kanyang mukha ay naging sanhi ng kanyang pagkabahala.
Small wounds or infections that appear on the surface of the skin.
He consulted a doctor due to the pimples that appeared on his arms.
Nagpatingin siya sa doktor dahil sa mga butlig na lumitaw sa kanyang mga braso.

Etymology

Tagalog language

Common Phrases and Expressions

pimple filled with pus
Pimples filled with pus, often indicating infection.
butlig na puno ng nana
pimples are breaking out
Pimples are breaking out.
naglalabasan ang butlig

Related Words

pimples
Bumps on the skin caused by acne.
pimples
acne
A common skin condition that causes pimples and lesions.
acne

Slang Meanings

Inexperienced boy or someone lacking experience in love.
Don't take him seriously, he's just a rookie in relationships.
Huwag mo siyang seryosohin, butlig pa yan sa relasyon.
Young or younger in age compared to the conversation partner.
That kid is so green, they look just like students.
Grabe ang butlig na yan, parang mga estudyante lang.
Deliberate or natural lack of experience or demeanor.
Who wouldn't be pleased with that? It's just because they're so naive.
Sino ba naman ang di matutuwa sa ganyan, butlig kasi talaga.