Mabalbal (en. Empty)

/mabaʊlˈbal/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Means empty or unfilled.
His mind is empty of meaningless thoughts.
Ang kanyang isipan ay mabalbal sa mga walang kwentang naiisip.
Can refer to something that lacks depth or seriousness.
The theme of the book is shallow and unappealing.
Ang tema ng libro ay mabalbal at hindi kaakit-akit.

Etymology

Derived from the word 'balbal' meaning 'shallower or empty.'

Common Phrases and Expressions

empty mind
Means not serious or too shallow in thoughts.
mabalbal ang isip

Related Words

shallow
Means shallow or empty.
balbal

Slang Meanings

A kid with inherent intelligence or talent.
My sibling seems mabalbal, they are so good at math!
Parang mabalbal yung kapatid ko, ang galing-galing niya sa math!
Energetic and full of vigor.
These mabalbal friends are so much fun, they are always full of energy!
Ang saya saya ng mga mabalbal na magkakaibigan na ito, lagi silang puno ng energy!
Cool or badass.
That porter is really mabalbal, he lifts so quickly!
Yung kargador na yun, mabalbal talaga, ang bilis magbuhat!