Bumahaw (en. To break through)

/buˈmahaw/

Synonyms

to act dramatic

Don't act dramatic, we all know that's not true.

Huwag ka nang bumahaw, alam naman nating hindi totoo 'yan.

to exaggerate reactions, often laughing

He really exaggerated his reaction to my joke because he was laughing so hard.

Parang bumahaw siya sa joke ko, kasi ang lakas niyang tumawa.

to lighten the mood with humor

I wish you would just joke around instead of getting mad.

Sana bumahaw ka na lang kaysa magalit.