Gago (en. Fool)

ˈga.go

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A person who is not intelligent or lacks reasoning.

Don't argue with him, he's a fool.

Huwag ka nang makipagtalo sa kanya, gago siya.

A person who has exhibited behavior that is inappropriate.

For him, such actions seem like those of a fool.

Para sa kanya, ang mga ganoong aksyon ay tila gawa ng isang gago.

A teasing term used to refer to a friend or acquaintance who made a mistake.

You are such a fool! Didn't you see the signage?

Gago ka talaga! Hindi mo ba nakita ang signage?

The term 'gago' originates from the Tagalog language relating to a lack of intelligence or reasoning.

why are you like that, fool?

A question that expresses surprise or doubt about a person's behavior.

bakit ka ganyan, gago?

you're really a fool!

A common expression in conversation indicating ridicule or concern.

gago ka talaga!

dullard

A term equivalent to 'gago' meaning lacking intelligence.

bobo

A derogatory term for someone who isn't very smart.

You're such an idiot, you still didn't get that simple math problem.

Ang gago mo naman, hindi mo pa rin nakuha 'yung simpleng math problem.

A playful nickname for a friend, often used jokingly.

Dude! Your party was so much fun earlier!

Gago! Ang saya ng party mo kanina!

Talking in a vulgar or humorous manner.

Dude, that was hilarious, he just laughed while drowning.

Grabe, gago yun, tumutawa na lang habang nalulunod.