Maalog (en. Shaky)
/ma.ˈa.log/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Indicates instability or uncertainty.
The primary reasons for the rise in oil prices have caused a shaky market.
Ang mga pangunahing dahilan ng pag-akyat ng presyo ng langis ay nagdulot ng maalog na pamilihan.
May refer to the motion or rocking of an object.
Be careful while climbing the shaky mountain.
Maging maingat sa pag-akyat sa maalog na bundok.
A condition describing the swaying underfoot.
I felt the shaky ground during the unexpected earthquake.
Ramdam ko ang maalog na lupa ng hindi inaasahang lindol.
Etymology
from the word 'alog' meaning 'action that seems to have movement'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
shaky road
A road filled with bumps or uneven surface.
maalog na daan
shaky situation
A situation filled with uncertain events.
maalog na sitwasyon
Related Words
wave
The motion or rocking of an object like waves.
alun
sound
The noise that comes from motion or shaking.
ugong
Slang Meanings
Affectionate or warm interaction
He's very warm with the kids, they always smile at him.
Sobrang maalog siya sa mga bata, lagi silang nakangiti sa kanya.
Playful or mischievous
Marco is playful, he always has some teasing joke.
Maalog si Marco, palagi siyang may asar na biro.
A term for someone who is overly caring
He's affectionate, he always brings food for everyone.
Maalog kasi siya, lagi siyang may dalang pagkain para sa lahat.