Balingmanok (en. Kite)

ba-ling-ma-nok

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of flying object made typically of fabric or paper with a bamboo frame.
The children are happy while flying kites in the park.
Ang mga bata ay masaya habang naglilipad ng balingmanok sa parke.
Symbolizes freedom and joy.
The kite symbolizes the memories of my childhood.
Ang balingmanok ay sumasagisag sa mga alaala ng aking kabataan.

Etymology

Origin: baling (to fly) + manok (chicken)

Common Phrases and Expressions

flying kites
having fun or occasional enjoyment
naglipad ng balingmanok

Related Words

to fly
The act of flying or rising vertically from a surface.
baling
chicken
A type of domesticated animal, known for its eggs and meat.
manok

Slang Meanings

Crazy chicken, confused
This person is so balingmanok (crazy), they don't even know what they want to do anymore.
Sobrang balingmanok na 'tong tao na 'to, hindi na alam kung anong gustong gawin.
That's enough of the trip, it's getting weird!
The things you're saying, you're acting balingmanok (weird), that's suspicious!
Yung mga pinagsasabi mo, parang balingmanok ka na, tamang hinala na yan!
Wondering or confused
I'm just balingmanok (wondering), I don't even know what strategy I should have.
Balingmanok lang ako eh, hindi ko na alam kung anong diskarte ko dapat.