Lokongloko (en. Foolish)
/lo.kong.lo.ko/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a person that causes foolishness or stupidity.
Don't be foolish, you won't succeed with this attitude.
Huwag kang lokongloko, hindi ka magiging matagumpay sa ganitong asal.
Sometimes synonymous with being crazy or not sane.
He seems foolish in the things he says.
Mukhang lokongloko siya sa mga sinasabi niya.
Etymology
From the word 'loko' meaning 'deceiver' or 'fool', and 'loko' meaning 'crazy'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
He became foolish
Became insane or acted incorrectly.
Naging lokongloko siya
Don't fool me
Don't deceive or make me stupid.
Huwag kang lokongloko sa akin
Related Words
fool
A person who likes to deceive or pretend.
loko
foolishness
Things that are pointless or silly.
kalokohan
Slang Meanings
Often used for people who are being tricked or deceived.
Oh no, your cellphone is broken again; you're so silly!
Naku, sira na naman ang cellphone mo, lokongloko ka kasi!
A fun way of saying that someone has a funny lack of sanity.
That person is always silly; they never get tired of being crazy!
Laging lokongloko yan, walang sawa sa kalokohan!
Refers to someone who loves mischief.
They're not serious in life; they're really just playful!
Hindi siya seryoso sa buhay, talagang lokongloko lang talaga.