Tigbuhol (en. Knot)

/tiɡ.bu.hol/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A part of fabric that is wrapped or caught in something.
The knots of the ropes are tightly tied.
Ang mga tigbuhol ng mga lubid ay mahigpit na nakatali.
Tying or forming something from parts by twisting or binding.
A knot is needed so that the pieces do not get lost.
Kailangan ng tigbuhol upang hindi mawala ang mga piraso.

Etymology

It originates from the root word 'buhol,' which refers to the process of folding or tying something.

Common Phrases and Expressions

knot of rope
a type of binding of threads or things that are tied.
tigbuhol ng lubid

Related Words

knot
A type of joining of things that are stuck together.
buhol
tie
An item used to tie two parts together.
tali

Slang Meanings

looking for a close friend to hang out with
We're like tigbuhol, we're always together!
Parang tigbuhol na nga tayo, lagi tayong magkasama!
natural agreement or disagreement within a group
We became tigbuhol at the office, so work is more fun.
Naging tigbuhol kami sa opisina, kaya mas masaya ang trabaho.