Magkanggagago (en. Acting foolishly)

/maɡkaŋɡaɡo/

Meaning & Definition

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verb

A verb that refers to the behavior of a person lacking soundness of mind or decision.

Don't act foolishly in serious matters.

Huwag kang magkanggagago sa mga bagay na seryoso.

Acting out or performing actions that are unreasonable or incorrect.

In his extreme anger, he acted foolishly.

Sa kanyang sobrang galit, siya ay nagkanggagago.

Indicates lack of wisdom or futile efforts.

His decision only added foolishness to the situation.

Ang kanyang desisyon ay nagpa-kanggagago lamang sa sitwasyon.

From the word 'kanggo' meaning 'fool' or 'stupid', with 'mag-' used as a prefix denoting behavior.

Do not brag about acting foolishly.

Do not show or boast about being foolish.

Huwag magpayabangan ng pagkanggagago.

fool

An adjective or noun that describes a person lacking intellect or making poor decisions.

gago

stupid

An adjective referring to a person who is not smart or lacks knowledge.

bobo

someone who makes up stories or is crazy

Why are you such an idiot? Be careful with what you say, you're starting to sound like a fool.

Bakit ang gago-gago mo? Mag-ingat ka sa mga sinasabi mo, parang magkanggagago ka na.

people who are funny or not serious

In their group, they are all fools, but they have fun.

Sa kanilang grupo, lahat sila ay magkanggagago, pero masaya naman sila.

acting desperate or pretending

Don't be a fool, just tell the truth.

Huwag kang magkanggagago, sabihin mo na ang totoo.