Magbukayo (en. To dig a well)

/maɡbuˈka.jo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
An action of scraping the ground or carving using a tool to achieve a purpose.
Mr. Juan dug the ground to dig a well.
Si Mang Juan ay nagbuhur ng lupa upang magbukayo ng balon.
The process of creating a well for water.
Maria dug a new well in their yard.
Nagmagbukayo si Maria ng bagong poso sa kanilang bakuran.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to dig a well
to create a well for water
magbukayo ng balon

Related Words

well
A structure used to obtain water from the ground.
balon

Slang Meanings

To rise or fall in life.
I hope he can recover and get back on his feet next year.
Sana makabawi siya at magbukayo sa susunod na taon.
To start anew or make a change.
I need to get back on track and start my business.
Kailangan kong magbukayo at simulan ang aking negosyo.
To rise above problems or challenges.
Often, we need to rise above the challenges we face.
Kadalasan, kailangan natin magbukayo mula sa mga pagsubok na dinaranas natin.