Unfold in Tagalog

Unfold in Tagalog translates to “magbuklat,” “magladlad,” or “magsalaysay” depending on context. The term can mean physically opening something folded or metaphorically revealing events and stories.

Understanding the nuances of “unfold” helps English speakers grasp how Tagalog expresses both literal and figurative unfolding through context-specific vocabulary.

[Words] = Unfold

[Definition]:

• Unfold /ʌnˈfoʊld/
• Verb 1: To open or spread out something that is folded.
• Verb 2: To reveal or disclose information gradually.
• Verb 3: To develop or become clear over time.

[Synonyms] = Magbuklat, Magladlad, Magsalaysay, Magbukas, Magpakita, Maglahad, Iunat, Magbukadkad, Magliwanag

[Example]:

Ex1_EN: She began to unfold the map to find the directions to the restaurant.
Ex1_PH: Sinimulan niyang magbuklat ng mapa upang mahanap ang direksyon sa restawran.

Ex2_EN: The story will unfold gradually as you read through the chapters.
Ex2_PH: Ang kuwento ay magsasalaysay ng unti-unti habang binabasa mo ang mga kabanata.

Ex3_EN: He watched the events unfold before his eyes in disbelief.
Ex3_PH: Pinanood niya ang mga pangyayaring nagbubukas sa kanyang mga mata nang hindi makapaniwala.

Ex4_EN: Please unfold the blanket and spread it on the bed.
Ex4_PH: Paki-ladlad ang kumot at ilatag ito sa kama.

Ex5_EN: The mystery will unfold as the investigation continues.
Ex5_PH: Ang misteryo ay magliliwanag habang nagpapatuloy ang imbestigasyon.