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    Lantutay (en. Swaying)

    /lan.tu.tay/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A state of falling or collapsing, usually due to lack of strength.
    His swaying from exhaustion was very apparent.
    Ang kanyang lantutay mula sa pagod ay halatang halata.
    Giving up attention or control of oneself, often causing lack of stability.
    His swaying during the hearing shows his sadness.
    Ang lantutay niya sa pagdinig ay nagpapakita ng kanyang pagkalungkot.

    Etymology

    derived from the word 'lantut' meaning difficult to stand or weak

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    swaying in walking
    falling or unstable while walking
    lantutay sa paglalakad

    Related Words

    sway
    An action of being weak or trembling.
    lantut

    Slang Meanings

    suck-up
    Your friend is such a suck-up to the teacher just to get a high grade.
    Yung tropa mo, lantutay na lantutay sa guro para makakuha ng mataas na grado.
    try-hard
    He's such a try-hard in sports, you'd think he's the best.
    Ang lantutay niya sa sports, akala mo siya na yung pinakamagaling.
    pitiful
    His behavior is so pitiful; it seems like he's just trying to fit in.
    Yung lantutay niya, mukhang sinusubukan niya lang makisama.
    over-the-top
    Why do you have to be over-the-top about everything? Just chill!
    Bakit kailangan mo pang lantutay sa lahat ng bagay? Chill lang!