Baktot (en. Ugly)

bak-tot

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Describes an object or person that is unpleasant to look at.

His shoes are ugly and won't sell.

Ang kanyang sapatos ay baktot at hindi na mabenta.

Has an unattractive appearance or quality.

The ugly scenery is not loved by the people here.

Ang baktot na tanawin ay hindi mahilig ang mga tao dito.

Originates from the word 'baktot', which can mean 'ugly' or 'unpleasant'.

ugly appearance

refers to the unpleasant appearance of a person or thing

baktot ang itsura

ugly

A word that has a similar meaning to baktot.

pangit

national issue or concern

That's why we're talking, because our issue is a 'baktot' in the barangay.

Kaya tayo nag-uusap, kasi 'baktot' ang problema natin sa barangay.

gossip or news that isn't true

Don't believe in those 'baktot', they're just made up!

Huwag kang maniwala sa mga 'baktot', puro gawa-gawa lang yan!

like a game or serious matter with good intentions

This 'baktot' is serious, we need to start acting!

Seryoso na ang 'baktot' na ito, magsimula na tayong kumilos!