Magbanli (en. To cower or cringe)

maɡˈbanli

Meaning & Definition

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verb
An action that describes running away out of fear or apprehension.
Children always tend to cower at loud noises.
Palaging magbanli ang mga bata sa mga malalaking ingay.
Movement that comes from fear of something or someone.
When he saw the snake, he cowered.
Nang makita niya ang ahas, siya ay nagbanli.

Etymology

It comes from the root word 'banli'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

cower in fear
to act in fear or apprehension
magbanli sa takot

Related Words

banli
This term refers to fear or apprehension that causes actions like running away.
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Slang Meanings

Be right, to be correct
I hope you decide right.
Sana magbanli ka na sa desisyon mo.
Don't act like a hero in front of danger.
Don't be a hero in front of danger.
Huwag kang magbanli sa harap ng panganib.
He just wants to act cool to impress me.
It seems like he just wants to act cool to impress me.
Parang gusto lang niyang magbanli para ma-impress ako.