Search result(s) - bulakbulak

Trifles, matters that are not to the point or are of no importance, addition, embellishment, flowers (of speech); to mention frequently, converse about, speak of, refer to constantly, talk about matters of little importance. Madámù siá sing rawáráwa kon maghámbal. When he talks he makes many irrelevant statements, "beats about the bush". Mga rawáráwa lang ang íya nga ginsúgid. He mentioned nothing of importance, uttered mere commonplaces or platitudes, spoke about trifles, was not to the point. Masúnsun siá nagarawáráwa tungúd sang íya nadúlà nga kwárta. He frequently talks about the money he lost. (see bulákbúlak, punípúni, móno, búkò, hámbal, wákal, búrà).

To tie-, fasten-, bind-, secure-, attach-, lash-, to, connect with. Natabirán ang manók sing buláng sa íya tahúd. The cock has a knife fastened to his spur. Ang íkog sang kabáyo gintabirán sang mga bátà sing láta. The boys tied a tin to the horse's tail. Itabíd iní sa sídsid sang ímo báyò. Attach this to the hem of your jacket. Tabirí ang íya kálò sing mga bulákbúlak. Bind some flowers (flowery decorations) on his hat.

Flowery; embellished (of speech etc.; see mabulákon).