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    Hinuli (en. Caught)

    hi-nu-li

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    the act of capturing or taking a person or thing
    The police caught the suspect.
    Hinuli ng pulis ang suspek.
    the breaking of a set boundary or task
    He was caught in his obligations.
    Hinuli siya sa kanyang mga obligasyon.

    Etymology

    from the root word 'huli'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    caught and imprisoned
    resulting in the removal of a person's freedom due to their wrongdoing
    hinuli at ikinulong

    Related Words

    capture
    the act of imprisoning or detaining a person or thing
    huli

    Slang Meanings

    Caught or apprehended by the police
    He was caught by the police at the corner.
    Hinuli siya ng mga pulis sa kanto.
    Caught or overwhelmed
    He was caught by his friends in the game.
    Hinuli siya ng kanyang mga kaibigan sa laro.
    Missed out or unable to escape the opportunity
    He's missed the job opportunity.
    Hinuli na siya ng pagkakataon sa trabaho.