Lagyo (en. Impudence)

/lag-yo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A form of behavior that does not lower dignity or respect.

His impudence reached its peak when he interrupted the conversation of the elders.

Ang kanyang lagyo ay umabot sa rurok nang siya ay sumabat sa usapan ng mga matatanda.

Behavior with excessive self-confidence that leads to sophistication.

The child's insolence caused anger among the teachers.

Ang lagyo ng bata ay nagdulot ng pagkagalit sa mga guro.

Lack of respect for others, especially those in higher positions.

His disrespect was not accepted by the guests at the celebration.

Ang kanyang lagyo ay hindi tinanggap ng mga bisita sa pagdiriwang.

Originates from the root word 'lag' meaning to enlarge and 'yo' denoting continuous action.

impudent behavior

Behavior lacking in respect.

lagyong asal

insulting intrusion

Behavior that intrudes upon another's scene with insult.

saling-lagyo

shameless

A trait of being rude or unafraid of authorities.

walang hiya

insulting

A behavior aimed at insulting or provoking.

mapang-insulto

flirting or courting

Your brother might just be flirting, he's not serious about her.

Baka lagyo lang yung utol mo, hindi naman seryoso sa kanya.

lying

What he said sounds like a lie, I don't know if it's true.

Parang lagyo yung sinabi niya, hindi ko alam kung totoo ba.

deceit

Don't trust him, he might just be deceiving you.

Huwag kang magtiwala sa kanya, baka lagyo lang yan.