Habulin (en. Chase)
/haˈbu.lin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The action of chasing or following a person or thing.
Chase the bus so you won’t be late for class.
Habulin mo ang bus upang hindi ka ma-late sa klase.
The attempt to reach something that is moving quickly or getting away.
Chase the dog before it escapes the yard.
Habulin ang aso bago ito makawala sa bakuran.
An action that involves eagerness or desire to capture something.
Chase your dreams no matter how difficult it is.
Habulin ang mga pangarap kahit gaano pa man kahirap.
Common Phrases and Expressions
chase the dream
Strive for one’s aspirations in life.
habulin ang pangarap
chase the opportunity
Take advantage of the opportunities that arise.
habulin ang pagkakataon
Related Words
chase
The action of pursuing or following, often expressed in a context of performing.
habol
pursuit
The process of tracking down or attempting to reach something.
tugis
Slang Meanings
To run after or chase someone or something, often in a playful context.
Run after him, he looks like he's enjoying being chased!
Habulin mo na siya, mukhang nag-eenjoy siya na katakbuhan!
To quickly catch up or succeed in a situation.
It's like you caught up with the school requirements so fast!
Parang nahabulin mo ang mga requirements sa school, ang bilis mo!
To follow someone because of liking or attraction.
He's chasing after his crush, he's always around!
Naghahabol siya sa crush niya, lagi na lang siyang nandiyan!