Malakhan (en. Creative)
/malaˈkɐn/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Has the ability to create or invent.
Children have a great imagination.
Ang mga bata ay may malakhan na imahinasyon.
Related to art and creative processes.
His big project attracts many people.
Ang kanyang malakhan na proyekto ay nakakaakit ng maraming tao.
Displays the original idea or concept.
He is known for his great outlook on life.
Kilala siya sa kanyang malakhan na pananaw sa buhay.
Etymology
from the word 'lakhang' meaning 'created', 'produced', or 'born'
Common Phrases and Expressions
creative mind
to be creative in thinking
malakhan ang isip
creative heart
to be inventive or passionate in feelings
malakhan ang puso
Related Words
creation
the process of creating or making.
lakhang
product
an item or idea that has been created.
likha
Slang Meanings
to pretend to be rich or classy
Look, they're malakhan again even though they're not really rich.
Ayun, nagmalakhan na naman siya kahit hindi naman siya mayaman.
to boast or brag about oneself
Don't be too malakhan about your achievements; it might offend others.
Huwag ka masyadong magmalakhan sa mga achievements mo, baka ma-offend yung iba.
to be witty or funny in a situation
Jomar always has a malakhan answer to the teacher's questions.
Laging may malakhan na sagot si Jomar sa mga tanong ng teacher.