Balulangin (en. Lacking)
/ba-lu-lang-in/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Means lacking something.
His knowledge in science is lacking.
Ang kanyang kaalaman sa siyensya ay balulangin.
Indicates lack or misunderstanding.
He provided lacking information.
May balulangin na impormasyon ang kanyang naibigay.
Shows insufficient level of qualification or ability.
His effort is lacking in qualification.
Ang kanyang pagsisikap ay balulangin sa kanyang kwalipikasyon.
Etymology
Root word: 'balu', meaning lacking
Common Phrases and Expressions
lacking information
may contain incomplete information
balulangin ang impormasyon
Related Words
lacking
Denotes insufficient quantity or level.
kulang
Slang Meanings
to raise the price or value
The prices of goods are balulangin now, they're so expensive!
Balulangin na yung mga bilihin ngayon, sobrang mahal na!
to act snobbish or like you're rich
Why are you so social now? Are you balulangin now?
Bakit ang sosyal mo ngayon? Balulangin ka na ba?
to be picky or particular about things
Don't be balulangin, you should be happy with the food.
Huwag kang balulangin, nasiyahan ka na nga dapat sa pagkain.