Pulakin (en. Reddish)

/puˈla.kɪn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Shows a color that is mixed with red.
His hair is reddish, giving him a unique look.
Ang kanyang buhok ay pulakin, na nagbibigay sa kanya ng kakaibang anyo.
Refers to something that has the characteristic of red color.
The reddish flowers are stunning in the garden.
Ang mga pulakin na bulaklak ay kahanga-hanga sa hardin.
A color that is less intense than pure red.
She wore a reddish dress to the wedding.
Siya ay nagsuot ng pulakin na damit sa kasal.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'pula' meaning red.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reddish-silver
Desires to reach potential wealth or prosperity with a risk.
apusang pulakin

Related Words

red
The primary color at the end of the light spectrum.
pula
red-colored
Means red in color or having the characteristics of red.
pulahan

Slang Meanings

Mark my words
You better do it now, it might get lost.
Pulakin mo na ito, baka mawala pa.
Slap fight
The two of them just had a slap fight outside.
Nag-pulakin na lang silang dalawa sa labas.
They had a fight
They had a fight at the gym.
Nag-pulakin na sila sa gym.