Makalmot (en. To be stubborn)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
verb
Makalmt refers to an action or attitude of a person who is not easily swayed in their opinion or viewpoint.
He is often stubborn in his decisions even with other opinions.
Madalas siyang makalmot sa kanyang desisyon kahit na may ibang opinyon.
This refers to not heeding advice or suggestions from others.
He needs to stop being stubborn and listen to his family.
Kailangan niyang itigil ang pagiging makalmot at makinig sa kanyang pamilya.
Sometimes, being stubborn becomes a hindrance to a person's growth.
His stubborn behavior causes problems at work.
Ang kanyang makalmot na pag-uugali ay nagdudulot ng mga problema sa kanyang trabaho.

Common Phrases and Expressions

stubborn personality
a person who is not easily swayed in their opinion or viewpoint
makalmot na pagkatao
you need to stop being stubborn
listen to others instead of refusing to change
kailangan mong huminto sa pagiging makalmot

Related Words

rebellious
a person who does not follow rules or orders
mapaghimagsik
stubborn
hard or not easily changed
matigas

Slang Meanings

Too noisy or loud.
The noise at the party was crazy, like a tantrum.
Ang lakas ng kalmot sa party, parang tantrum.
Show-off or pretender.
Juan is such a show-off, always trying to impress.
Sobrang kalmot ni Juan, lagi na lang may paandar.
Very sensitive or easily offended.
He might get upset if offended.
Baka magkalmot yan pag na-offend.