Kulakling (en. Eavesdropping)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
An action of listening to someone else's conversation without their knowledge.
He was caught eavesdropping behind the wall while his colleagues were talking.
Siya ay nahuling kulakling sa likod ng pader habang nag-uusap ang mga kasamahan niya.
A person who has a habit of listening to private conversations.
Sometimes, there are eavesdroppers who disrupt the good relationships of people.
Minsan, may mga kulakling na tao na nagiging sagabal sa magandang relasyon ng mga tao.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Don't eavesdrop!
Avoid listening to conversations that you shouldn't hear.
Huwag kang kulakling!
Related Words
nosy listener
A person who is overly curious and likes to listen to other people's conversations.
takaw-pakinig
Slang Meanings
leveling up when you're too eager or excited
You're so kulakling, it's like you really want to dive into the dish!
Ang kulakling mo, parang gusto mo na talagang kumagat sa ulam!
over-the-top celebration or joy
They had a party, that's why everyone is so kulakling!
Nag-party sila kaya ang kulakling ng lahat!