Buurin (en. To scrutinize)

boo-uh-rin

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of identifying or examining details.
We need to scrutinize the documents before the review.
Kailangan nating buurin ang mga dokumento bago ang pagsusuri.
The act of investigating unclear matters.
They decided to scrutinize the sources of information.
Sila ay nagdesisyon na buurin ang mga pinagmulan ng impormasyon.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'buhol' meaning 'to change' or 'to inspect', relating to examining details.

Common Phrases and Expressions

scrutinize the truth
conduct a thorough examination to find out the truth
buurin ang katotohanan

Related Words

analysis
A process of thorough inspection or examination of matters.
pagsusuri
investigation
The systematic study or inquiry into events or information.
imbestigasyon

Slang Meanings

Taking something from someone or something that you shouldn't take.
That's enough, don't interfere with someone else's stuff.
Tama na yan, huwag ka na makiburi sa gamit ng iba.
To become part of or meddle in someone else's conversation.
You're always butting in our conversation, just listen!
Lagi ka na lang buurin sa aming usapan, makinig ka na lang!
To act like you have more right or importance than others.
Don't act superior in the group, we're all equal here.
Huwag kang buurin sa grupo, lahat tayo dito ay pantay.