Gulatin (en. To surprise)

/guˈla.tin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Perform an action that brings about an unexpected event.
Surprise him on his birthday.
Gulatin mo siya sa kanyang kaarawan.
Cause an unexpected reaction or emotion.
The news surprised everyone.
Ang balita ay nakapag-gulat sa lahat.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Surprise me.
I want to be surprised.
Gulatin mo ako.

Related Words

surprise
An unexpected event that brings joy or shock.
sorpresa
scare
An action intended to cause fear or surprise.
pananakot

Slang Meanings

Sudden shock or surprise
Surprise her from behind, so you can see her reaction!
Gulatin mo siya sa likod, para makita mo ang reaction niya!
Running away quickly out of fear
When he surprised me, I ran away in fear!
Nung gulatin niya ako, tumakbo ako palayo sa takot!