Kabulukan (en. Hollowness)
/ka-bu-lu-kan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
State or quality of being empty or hollow.
The hollowness of the well posed dangers to the people.
Ang kabulukan ng balon ay nagdala ng mga panganib sa mga tao.
Condition of something lacking or empty.
The hollowness of his ideas became an obstacle to the project.
Ang kabulukan ng kanyang mga ideya ay naging sagabal sa proyekto.
A deficiency that causes a mismatch with expectations.
The hollowness of his promise led to the breakdown of trust among many.
Ang kabulukan ng kanyang pangako ay nagdulot ng pagkasira ng tiwala ng marami.
Etymology
From the word 'bulo' meaning 'gap' or 'void', combined with the prefix 'ka-' indicating a state or quality.
Common Phrases and Expressions
hollowness of the mind
State of thinking that is empty or without value.
kabulukan ng isip
Related Words
void
Word meaning space or empty.
bulo
Slang Meanings
Beauty or attractiveness of something or someone.
It’s like the beauty of this art, it’s captivating!
Parang ang kabulukan ng art na ito, nakakabighani!
Fondness or admiration for someone or something excessively.
Her voice is so beautiful, it’s like an angel!
Sobrang kabulukan ng boses niya, parang angel!
A gathering of beautiful or outstanding things.
The beauty of this fashion show, so many stylish outfits!
Ang kabulukan ng fashion show na 'to, ang daming stylish na outfits!