Gulot (en. Upheaval)

/ˈɡu.lot/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
Disruption to the usual flow of things.
There was upheaval in their happy gathering when the news arrived.
May gulot sa kanilang masayang salo-salo nang dumating ang balita.
A sudden and widespread conflict or problem.
The misunderstanding in the group caused an upheaval.
Nagdulot ng gulot ang hindi pagkakaintindihan sa grupo.
Confusion that causes chaos.
The upheaval in the streets resulted in traffic delays.
Ang gulot sa lansangan ay nagresulta sa pagkaantala ng trapiko.

Etymology

From the root word 'gulo' meaning confusion or turmoil.

Common Phrases and Expressions

upheaval of the world
A major change or disruption in society.
gulot ng mundo

Related Words

chaos
A state of disagreement or disorder that may lead to misunderstandings.
gulo
commotion
A situation where many people are confused or fighting.
kaguluhan

Slang Meanings

chaos or mess
The chaos at the party earlier was so much fun!
Ang gulo sa party kanina, sobrang saya!
sudden event or accident
I was surprised when he tripped in front of me.
Nag-gulot ako nung nadapa siya sa harap ko.
shocking news
Have you heard the shocking news about him?
Nakadinig ka na ba sa gulong balita tungkol sa kanya?