Kawalangtinag (en. Inertia)

/kawalaŋ-tinag/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of immobility or inactivity.
The inertia of his body while thinking is noticeable.
Ang kawalangtinag ng kanyang katawan habang nag-iisip ay kapansin-pansin.
The tendency of an object to remain in its current state of motion or rest unless acted upon by an external force.
According to the laws of physics, inertia is an important concept to consider.
Ayon sa batas ng pisika, ang kawalangtinag ay isang mahalagang konsepto na dapat isaalang-alang.

Etymology

root words: nothing, movement

Common Phrases and Expressions

the inertia of thought
A state of inactivity or unchanging perspective or ideas.
ang kawalangtinag ng kaisipan

Related Words

response
The action or reaction to an external force.
tugon

Slang Meanings

An unwavering response or reaction.
Even if I was ridiculed many times, I still didn't let it affect me. I'm tough and unwavering, you know!
Kahit ilang beses akong kinutya, di pa rin ako nagpaapekto. Taga-kawalangtinag ako, eh!
A trait of a person who is unfazed by any challenges.
He's so tough that everyone was annoyed with him but he still remained unfazed.
Sobrang kawalangtinag niya kahit nainis na ang lahat sa kanya.
Deliberately choosing not to get involved in conflicts or arguments.
Did you see? He's really tough, he didn't get involved in the discussion.
Nakita niyo ba? Taga-kawalangtinag talaga siya, hindi siya nakialam sa usapan.