Magbuntalan (en. To press or to squash)

/maɡ.bun.tal.an/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
A verb meaning to press or force something to squash.
You need to squash the clothes properly into the box.
Magbuntalan ka nang mabuti ang mga damit sa kahon.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'buntal' meaning 'to press or squash something.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

squash bamboo
The act of bundling or compacting bamboo.
magbuntal ng kawayan

Related Words

buntal
A word referring to the state of being pressed or squashed.
buntal

Slang Meanings

to start or create a complicated plan
The group plotted a big party for Mark's birthday.
Ang mga tropa ay nagbuntalan ng malaking party para sa kaarawan ni Mark.
to think of a way or strategy to get what one wants
I plotted a way to get into the concert even though it's sold out.
Nagbuntalan ako ng paraan para makapasok sa concert kahit sold out na.
to plan that involves or relates to others
The students plotted together for their field trip.
Ang mga estudyante ay nagbuntalan para sa kanilang field trip.