Maalinsunod sa (en. Obedient to)

/ma·a·linsunod sa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Having the quality or tendency to follow orders or rules.
He is obedient to the rules of the school.
Siya ay maalinsunod sa mga alituntunin ng paaralan.
Being compliant with the expectations of others.
He is obedient to his parents' commands.
Siya ay maalinsunod sa mga utos ng kanyang mga magulang.
Acting according to expected standards or regulations.
The rules are strict, so he must be obedient to these.
Mahigpit ang patakaran, kaya't dapat siyang maalinsunod sa mga ito.

Etymology

The word 'maalinsunod' is derived from the root words 'alin' and 'sundin.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

obedient to the law
Following laws or regulations.
maalinsunod sa batas
obedient to the parents
Following the wishes of the parents.
maalinsunod sa mga magulang

Related Words

to follow
To act based on orders or guidance.
sundin
obedient
A characteristic of being obedient.
masunurin

Slang Meanings

consecutive hits
Boss might get mad, your report is about to be 'aalinsunodsa' soon.
Baka magalit na si boss, maaalinsunodsa na iyong report malapit na.
not getting your question
What are you talking about? I'm 'maalinsunodsa', I didn't get your question.
Ano ka ba? Maalinsunodsa kita, hindi ko nakuha yung tanong mo.