Banil (en. Banal)

ba-nil

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person or thing of little value or importance.
Do not give importance to the banal things in life.
Huwag mong pahalagahan ang mga banil na bagay sa buhay.
An idea or concept that is overly used or lacks originality.
His opinions seem banal and no longer fresh.
Ang kanyang mga opinyon ay tila banil at hindi na bago.

Etymology

Spanish word 'banal'

Common Phrases and Expressions

banal truth
A truth that is obvious and often mentioned.
banal na katotohanan

Related Words

banal formula
A statement or idea that is common and nothing new.
pormulang banal

Slang Meanings

A person from the mountains with a unique style or attitude.
My friends are so 'banil', they're just chill no matter where they are.
Sobrang banil ng mga kaibigan ko, mga chill lang sila kahit saan.
Not overly stylish or pretentious, just natural.
I like that 'banil' kind of conversation, no pretensions.
Gusto ko yung banil na usapan, walang arte-arte.