Mahulo (en. To be careful)

/maˈhulo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Means to avoid or evading danger or bad situations.
We must be careful to avoid accidents.
Dapat tayong mahulo sa mga aksidente.
Need to be cautious in the decisions made.
Be careful in choosing friends.
Mahulo ka sa pagpili ng mga kaibigan.
Shows an act of caution.
He is careful in making his project.
Mahulo siya sa paggawa ng kanyang proyekto.

Etymology

Nanggaling sa salitang-ugat na 'hulo'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Be careful always
Always be careful.
Mahulong mabuti

Related Words

caution
Taking steps to maintain safety or avoid dangers.
pag-iingat

Slang Meanings

To be absent or not show up at an event where you were expected to be.
Dude, you bailed on our hangout again!
Dude, mahulo ka na naman sa lakad natin kanina!
To fake having something else to do or a reason not to go.
He said he was sick, but he just seems like he's flaking out.
Sabi niya may sakit siya, pero mukha namang mahulo lang siya.