Magbuling (en. To be merry)

/maɡˈbulinɡ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

verb

An action or verb that refers to the act of providing joy or happiness.

We often 'magbuling' during the town fiesta.

Madalas tayong magbuling tuwing may piyesta sa barangay.

An act that shows joy or liveliness.

They love to 'magbuling' at gatherings.

Mahilig silang magbuling sa mga pagtitipon.

The word 'magbuling' derives from the root word 'buling,' which means 'to be merry' or 'to tinkle.'

to be merry at a celebration

to feel happy during an occasion

magbuling sa kasiyahan

joy

A state of having joy or happiness.

kasiyahan

feast

A celebration or festivity that is often filled with joy.

piyesta

To be smart or clever in scheming.

Use your wits so we can get out of this situation.

Magbuling ka naman, para makaalis tayo sa sitwasyon na 'to.

To plan or think of ways to get what you want.

We need to scheme to get this favor.

Dapat magbuling tayo para makuha ang pabor na 'to.

To be careful or have strategy.

Be clever in job hunting; you don't want to make mistakes.

Magbuling ka sa pagahanap ng trabaho, ayaw mo namang magkamali.