Buhian
to release; to free; to let goverb
- Alternative meanings
to release; to free; to let go; to release something held back; to let something or someone go; to release funds or emotions depending on context
- Pronunciation
boo-HEE-an
- Root and affixes
From buhi, to set free, release, or let go. Buhii can be an imperative or a form for releasing someone or something. Binuhian can mean released or set free.
- Variants or conjugations
buhi; buhii; ipagawas; lingkawas; libre; pagbuhi; binuhian
- Related words and expressions
free; freedom; liberation; outside; escape; release; remove
- Meaning and usage notes
Buhian is ideal for freeing or letting someone or something go. Ipagawas fits more with publishing, issuing, or bringing out. Lingkawas is closer to getting free or being liberated.
Buhian nila ang mga langgam sa buntag.
They will release the birds in the morning.
Ayaw buhii ang akong kamot.
Do not let go of my hand.