Paghabulin (en. Chase)
/paɡ.ha.bu.lin/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of chasing or pursuing something or someone.
Chase the cat before it runs into the street.
Paghabulin mo ang pusa bago ito makatakbo sa kalsada.
The action of following someone who is fleeing.
The police chased after the thieves.
Nagpaghabul na ang mga pulis sa mga magnanakaw.
Pursuing or attempting to reach a goal.
They are chasing after their dreams in life.
Nagpaghabul sila sa kanilang mga pangarap sa buhay.
Etymology
root word: chase
Common Phrases and Expressions
chase time
Striving to meet the deadline.
paghabulin ang oras
Related Words
chase
A verb meaning to pursue or chase.
habol
pursuit
A noun referring to the process of chasing or pursuing.
tugis
Slang Meanings
To rush or charge after
He rushed to chase after those who were leaving.
Sumugod siya paghabulin ang mga umaalis.
To follow
Just follow them, chase after them.
Sundan mo lang sila, paghabulin mo sila.
To take the lead or stand out
Step up now, chase after the other racers!
Bumida ka na, paghabulin ang ibang racers!
To intercept or meet
Intercept them now that you're chasing after them.
Salubungin mo na sila paghabulin mo sila.