Lumapastangan (en. To profane)

lu-ma-pas-tan-gan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of profaning or doing something wrong to a thing or person.
Let's not profane the traditions of our ancestors.
Huwag nating lumapastanganin ang mga tradisyon ng ating mga ninuno.
The act that brings disrespect or undermines dignity.
His words profaned his reputation.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay lumapastangan sa kanyang reputasyon.

Etymology

From the root 'pastangan' meaning to profane or disrespect.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to profane dignity
to disrespect or undermine a person's honor.
lumapastangan sa dignidad

Related Words

profane
The act of removing respect or profaning.
pastang

Slang Meanings

to be rude or disrespectful
Don't be disrespectful to the elders, that's not allowed.
Huwag kang lumapastangan sa mga matatanda, bawal yan.
to go against rules or traditions
He was disrespectful when he didn't follow the barangay laws.
Lumapastangan siya nang hindi siya sumunod sa mga batas ng barangay.
to neglect one's responsibilities
You might be disrespectful to your job responsibilities.
Baka lumapastangan ka sa mga responsibilidad mo sa trabaho.