Mambubulos (en. Instigator)

/mambuˈbulos/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who enjoys arguing or instigating conflict.
He is an instigator in our group who always causes commotion.
Siya ay isang mambubulos sa aming grupo na palaging nagdudulot ng komosyon.
A person who frequently fights or quarrels with others.
He became an instigator after the misunderstanding with his friend.
Naging mambubulos siya matapos ang hindi pagkakaintindihan sa kanyang kaibigan.

Etymology

Tagalog for a person who is a quarreler or instigator.

Common Phrases and Expressions

instigator of conflict
a person who creates or encourages disputes
mambubulos ng alitan

Related Words

conflict
A disagreement or dispute.
sigalot
debate
A discussion or argument that has opposing viewpoints.
pagtatalo

Slang Meanings

a person who creates trouble or causes disturbance
Don't associate with those troublemakers, they're such a buzzkill!
Huwag kang makikisalamuha sa mga mambubulos, nakaka-bad trip sila!
gossiper or someone who talks too much
Hey, what's it to you? You're just acting like a gossiper!
Uy, ano naman ang pakialam mo? Parang mambubulos ka lang!
arrogant or has a grumpy attitude
Our boss is such a bully, always raising his voice!
Yung boss namin, mambubulos, lagi na lang ang taas ng boses!