Limbong (en. Deception)
lim-bong
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A form of deception that leads to misinformation.
His deception caused great disappointment to everyone.
Ang kanyang limbong ay nagdulot ng matinding pagkabigo sa lahat.
The act of committing fraud for personal gain.
We need to avoid deceptions in business.
Kinakailangan nating maiwasan ang mga limbong sa negosyo.
An act of deceiving someone else.
He fell victim to deception because of his trust.
Nalamang naging biktima siya ng limbong dahil sa kanyang tiwala.
Etymology
from the word 'limbong' meaning deception or fraud.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't be deceived
be discerning and don't trust immediately
huwag magpa limbong
deceptive offer
offers that look good but actually have bad intentions
limbong na alok
Related Words
deceiver
A person who commits deception.
nanloko
slander
Acts aimed at discrediting others through misinformation.
paninira
Slang Meanings
deception or trickery
Oh no, those guys are a scam; don't fall for their promises!
Nako, limbong 'yang mga 'yan, huwag ka padala sa mga pangako nila!
people who are unreliable
My business partner is a scam; he just left me hanging.
Yung kasama ko sa negosyo, limbong, pinabayaan lang ako.