Tambukulan (en. Nook)

/tam.bu.ku.lan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of a corner or a place near the bend.
I peeked into the nook in our house.
Aking sinilip ang tambukulan sa aming tahanan.
A small space or area, often used as a resting or relaxing place.
You can find a cozy nook to read in the library.
Makakahanap ka ng kaaya-ayang tambukulan para magbasa sa aklatan.
A narrow or thin part of a house or area used for hiding or storage.
There is a nook at the back of the house where we store old items.
May tambukulan sa likod ng bahay kung saan kami nag-iimbak ng mga lumang gamit.

Common Phrases and Expressions

nook of life
A deep part of life or experiences.
tambukulan ng buhay

Related Words

corner
A part that forms the edge or corner of an object.
kanto
angle
A part of space that is not straight, often described as a hand or part of clothing.
sulok

Slang Meanings

Big or wide mouth
That big mouth can't be stopped when it comes to eating!
Ang tambukulan na 'yan ay parang hindi mapigil kapag nangangatog ng pagkain!
Talkative person or someone who loves to gossip
My friend is so talkative, she always has a story!
Sobrang tambukulan ng kaibigan ko, laging may kwento!