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    Makapalnatao (en. Thick-skinned person)

    /makapal-na-tao/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person who is not easily affected or hurt emotionally.
    He is thick-skinned so he is not very affected by negative comments.
    Siya ay makapalnatao kaya hindi siya masyadong naapektohan sa mga negatibong komentaryo.
    A person with a high level of self-confidence who is not concerned about others' opinions.
    As a thick-skinned person, he is not afraid to express his opinions in front of many.
    Bilang isang makapalnatao, hindi siya natatakot na ipahayag ang kanyang opinyon sa harap ng marami.

    Etymology

    Combination of the words 'thick' and 'person'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    Thick-skinned
    Means not easily hurt or losing confidence.
    Makapal ang balat

    Related Words

    hard-headed
    A person who is difficult to change their opinions or decisions.
    matigas ang ulo

    Slang Meanings

    A person who is emotionally heavy or burdened.
    He seems heavy-hearted today; he won't talk to anyone.
    Parang makapalnatao siya ngayong araw, hindi siya makipag-usap kahit kanino.
    A person who is often caught in unfortunate situations.
    He really is heavy-hearted; there always seems to be a problem.
    Siya talaga, makapalnatao, lagi na lang may problema.
    A person who appears sad or depressed.
    I never see him happy; he looks really down.
    Hindi ko siya nakikita nang masaya, parang makapalnatao na siya.