Makulit (en. Noisy)

ma-ku-lit

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a person who often asks questions or insists on something.
The persistent child does not stop asking questions.
Ang makulit na bata ay hindi humihinto sa pagtatanong.
Describes a person who loves to show mischief or play around.
Children become mischievous when they are playing.
Nagiging makulit ang mga bata kapag sila'y naglalaro.
Noisy and full of energy in actions or words.
Often, the noisy dog loves to run around and make noise.
Kadalasan, ang makulit na aso ay mahilig tumakbo at mag-ingay.

Etymology

Tagalog term for persistent or annoying behavior

Common Phrases and Expressions

persistent child
A child who loves to ask questions or show mischief.
makulit na bata
annoying friend
A friend who always asks questions or jokes around.
makulit na kaibigan

Related Words

persistent
Always repeating questions or actions until achieving what is desired.
persistent
mischievous
Loves to create mischief or break norms.
mischievous

Slang Meanings

playful or fond of joking.
Wow, my sibling is so kulit, he has so many jokes!
Grabe, ang kulit ng kapatid ko, ang dami niyang joke!
excessive questioning or insistence.
I told him to stop, but he's still so kulit.
Sinasabihan ko na siyang tumigil, pero kulit pa rin siya.
loud and lively.
The kids in the park are so kulit, they're having so much fun!
Ang kulit ng mga bata sa park, ang saya-saya nila!