Loobin (en. To float)

/lo.o.bɪn/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A situation of not standing or sitting as if floating.
The clouds look like they are floating in the sky in summer.
Ang mga ulap ay parang loobin sa kalangitan sa tag-init.
Considering things that are unstable or uncertain situations.
Their relationship seems to be floating, uncertain about the future.
Ang kanilang relasyon ay tila loobin, hindi sigurado sa hinaharap.
A state where something has no definite position.
In the floating in the sea, many creatures seek a home.
Sa loobin ng dagat, maraming nilalang ang naghahanap ng tahanan.

Etymology

From the root word 'lubo' meaning temporarily floating or depending.

Common Phrases and Expressions

floating in the sea
The part of the sea where things are floating.
loobin ng dagat

Related Words

floating
A person or thing without a clear purpose or direction.
lubu-lubo

Slang Meanings

Rebellious
Wow, you're such a loobin! You haven't done anything right all day.
Grabe, ang loobin mo! Wala ka nang ginawang tama buong araw.
Heartbroken
I'm loobin in love, I always end up getting hurt.
Loobin kasi ako sa pag-ibig, lagi na lang ako nasasaktan.
Annoying or playful
You're so loobin, you just won't stop being annoying!
Ang loobin mo talaga, hindi ka tumitigil sa kakulitan!