Pagkakabukuhan (en. Entanglement)

/paɡka.ka.bu.kʊ.han/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition of intertwining or tangling of things with each other.
The entanglement of the wires causes problems in the work.
Ang pagkakabukuhan ng mga linya ng kable ay nagdudulot ng mga suliranin sa pagtatrabaho.
The combination of elements that causes confusion.
The entanglement of ideas in her speech contradicted the message.
Ang pagkakabukuhan ng mga ideya sa kanyang talumpati ay nagpasalungat sa mensahe.
A situation where things become mixed or interconnected.
The entanglement of cultural differences led to a deeper understanding.
Ang pagkakabukuhan ng mga pagkakaiba ng kultura ay nagbigay-daan sa mas malalim na pag-unawa.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'buhol' and the prefix 'pagkana-'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

tangle of wires
Describes the tangle of wires or cables.
pagkakabukuhan ng mga kable

Related Words

lump
An enlarged or lumpy formation in one area, usually occurring on the body.
bukol
factor
Elements or parts that contribute to a whole or situation.
salik

Slang Meanings

being foolish or dumb
Your idiocy in the project you did is impressive, boss!
Ang ganda ng pagkakabukuhan mo sa ginawa mong project, boss!
opportunity to be hurt or insulted
Why does it seem like there were so many opportunities to be insulted in our meeting earlier?
Bakit parang ang dami ng pagkakabukuhan sa meeting natin kanina?
teasing or joking
Man, your foolishness in your jokes is so heavy, I can't tell if you're serious.
Kalaki, ang pagkakabukuhan mo kasi sa mga jokes mo, hindi ko na alam kung seryoso ka.