Puli (en. Old dog)
/ˈpu.li/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of dog often used as a guardian or companion.
My puli is a very cheerful dog.
Ang aking puli ay isang napaka-masiyahin na aso.
A dog with a unique appearance and behavior.
The puli is known for its intelligent eyes.
Ang puli ay kilala sa kanyang matalinong mga mata.
A breed of dog from Hungary known for herding sheep.
The Puli is naturally kind and protective of its owner.
Si Puli ay likas na mabait at protektor ng kanyang may-ari.
Etymology
From the Spanish word 'pulí', meaning 'leather covering'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
My puli
A call to my puli or a friend of the same kind.
Puli ko
Related Words
dog
A general term for domesticated animals known as friends of humans.
aso
Slang Meanings
Jumping from one topic or conversing with others
You're so annoying, it's like you're always puli! Talk to someone else.
Ang kulit mo, parang parating puli! Ibang tao naman ang kausapin mo.
A person who is infatuated with someone or has a crush
Wow, I'm so puli for that crush of mine.
Grabe, puli na puli ako sa crush ko na yan.
Easily annoyed or irritated
Don't make noise, because the person next to us is really puli.
Huwag kang maingay, kasi puli na puli ang tao sa tabi natin.