Maglalatik (en. Coconut oil dancer)

/maɡlaˈlatik/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A traditional dance in the Philippines usually performed during celebrations.
The maglalatik is an art that showcases the culture of the Visayans.
Ang maglalatik ay isang sining na nagpapakita ng kultura ng mga taga-Bisaya.

Etymology

Ang salitang 'maglalatik' ay nagmula sa salitang 'latik' na tumutukoy sa bawang o katas mula sa niyog.

Common Phrases and Expressions

performing maglalatik
Performing maglalatik to showcase dance skills.
naglalatik

Related Words

dance
A form of art that involves body movements in rhythm.
sayaw
culture
The overall description and practices of a group of people.
kultura

Slang Meanings

a person who loves adventures
Those maglalatik are always on the go and ready for adventures.
Yung mga maglalatik, laging on the go at ready for adventures.
moves or walks quickly
He's like a maglalatik, so fast at running to events.
Siya kasi ay parang maglalatik, ang bilis tumakbo sa mga event.
mischievous or playful
I can't help but be a maglalatik when I'm with my friends.
Hindi ko maiwasang maging maglalatik kapag kasama ang barkada.