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    Lumambot (en. To hesitate)

    loo-lahm-bot

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    The act of hesitating or being uncertain.
    When he hesitated in his decision, he thought of reversing it.
    Nang lumambot siya sa kanyang desisyon, naisip niyang baligtarin ito.
    Not proceeding with an action due to uncertainty.
    He hesitated to join the fight because of fear of losing.
    Lumambot siya sa pagsali sa laban dahil sa takot na matalo.
    Considering possible outcomes before acting.
    Ideas flooded his mind while he hesitated.
    Bumuhos ang mga ideya sa kanyang isipan habang siya ay lumambot.

    Etymology

    The word originates from the root word 'ambot', which means 'to not know' or 'to be unsure'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    the heart softened
    become soft in heart or mind due to hesitation
    lumambot ang loob

    Related Words

    don't know
    A statement of uncertainty or not knowing.
    ambot

    Slang Meanings

    To act adorable or channel cuteness.
    Wow, he got all soft for his favorite anime characters.
    Grabe, lumambot siya sa kanyang mga paboritong anime character.
    Became more affectionate or caring.
    He used to be tough, but now, he has softened up to Sarah.
    Dati siyang matigas, pero ngayon, lumambot na siya kay Sarah.
    Became gentler or more sensitive.
    Having a child softened his heart.
    Sa pagkakaroon ng anak, lumambot ang puso niya.