Buwagin (en. To break)
/buˈwaɡin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
'Buwagin' is a verb meaning 'to cut' or 'to remove' something that is attached.
Break the wire that is tied to the box.
Buwagin mo ang kawad na nakatali sa kahon.
'Buwagin' can also mean 'to destroy' or 'to shatter' the structure of something.
Dismantle the division within the company to be more effective.
Buwagin ang dibisyon sa loob ng kumpanya upang maging mas epektibo.
'Buwagin' sometimes refers to the action of dividing something.
Dismantle the quality units for easier tracking.
Buwagin ang mga yunit ng kalidad upang mas madaling masubaybayan ang mga ito.
Etymology
From the root word 'buwag' meaning 'to cut' or 'to remove'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
break the penalty
To remove or dismiss a penalty or fine.
buwagin ang multa
break the team
To make changes to a team, possibly to become more effective.
buwagin ang team
Related Words
buwag
From the root word of 'buwagin', meaning 'to take out' or 'to remove'.
buwag
hiwain
The action of cutting something into parts.
hiwain
Slang Meanings
weakening or falling apart of something
Break that misconception you have about yourself!
Buwagin mo 'yang maling akala mo sa sarili mo!
to fall apart or break off a relationship
Because of his attitude, their relationship might really fall apart.
Dahil sa kanyang ugali, puwede talagang buwagin ang kanilang relasyon.
to demolish or destroy
Just break down that old house, it's useless now.
Buwagin mo na lang 'yang lumang bahay na 'yan, wala nang silbi.