Balantok (en. Tied)
/ba-lan-tok/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A word used to describe something that is tied, often related to physical embrace or binding.
The tying of his hands showed strength in his separation from problems.
Ang balantok ng kanyang mga kamay ay nagpakita ng tibay sa kanyang pagkakahiwalay sa mga problema.
A situation where things or people are interconnected through binding.
The ties of people's dreams connect them to a higher purpose.
Ang balantok ng mga pangarap ng mga tao ay nag-uugnay sa kanila sa mas mataas na layunin.
Etymology
Originado mula sa salitang Tagalog
Common Phrases and Expressions
bond of love
The deep and strong connection of love.
balantok ng pag-ibig
Related Words
bonding
A state of binding of people or things.
pagkakatali
Slang Meanings
you know that
Oh no! What you're saying is just balantok, you know that!
Naku! Balantok na lang ang pinagsasabi mo, alam mo na 'yun!
gossip
I won't believe that balantok anymore, that's just too much gossip.
Di na ako magpapaniwala sa balantok, masyadong chismis lang yan.
talk without sense
Don't listen to him anymore, he's just saying balantok.
Huwag ka na makinig sa kanya, puro balantok lang ang sinasabi niya.