Tumalak (en. To kick)

tu-ma-lak

Synonyms

to speak very directly or without beating around the bush

He just tumbled in front of the teacher and answered the question.

Tumalam na lang siya sa harap ng guro at sinagot ang tanong.

to express one's opinion honestly

You should speak up about your feelings even if it's hard.

Dapat tumalak ka sa iyong saloobin kahit na mahirap.

to be straightforward or fearless when speaking

His comments in meetings are getting bolder, no fear anymore.

Tumalaki na ang mga komento niya sa mga pulong, wala nang takot.