Pumalakol (en. To shout)
/pu.ma.la.kol/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
An action that means calling or shouting with force.
He shouted loudly to call his friends.
Pumalakol siya ng malakas upang tawagin ang kanyang mga kaibigan.
The process of expressing emotions through a loud voice.
When he is angry, he shouts with his voice.
Kapag siya ay nagagalit, pumalakol siya sa kanyang boses.
A method of public expression without using a microphone.
He used his voice to shout at the people at the gathering.
Ginamit niya ang kanyang boses upang pumalakol sa mga tao sa pagtitipon.
Etymology
The term 'pumalakol' originates from the root word 'kalok,' meaning 'loud sound' or 'shout.'
Common Phrases and Expressions
Shout out!
Encourage others to shout or express themselves.
Pumalakol ka na!
Related Words
shout
A loud sound coming from the mouth, usually used to attract attention.
sigaw
call
An approach that serves as a means of communication or calling someone.
tawag
Slang Meanings
to leave or escape, often used when someone wants to hide
Before I get caught, I sneaked out behind the house.
Bago pa mahuli, pumalakol na ako sa likod ng bahay.
to become free or break away from a situation
I hope he can gather strength and get away from the chaos.
Sana makapangalakas na siya at pumalakol sa kaguluhan.