Malamuyot (en. Soft)
/malaˈmujot/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Has a soft or gentle texture.
The soft fabric is comfortable against the skin.
Ang malamuyot na tela ay komportable sa balat.
Not sturdy and can be easily crushed or destroyed.
The soft fruit can easily break if squeezed.
Ang malamuyot na prutas ay madaling masira kapag naipit.
Refers to a sensation or ability to feel gentle afflictions.
The soft feeling in her heart brought her sadness.
Ang mala-muyot na pakiramdam sa kanyang puso ay nagdala sa kanya ng kalungkutan.
Etymology
From 'mamu' meaning 'to be soft' and 'uyot' meaning 'to press or to squeeze'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
soft love
Refers to a gentle and tender kind of love.
malamuyot na pag-ibig
gentle friendship
A friendship filled with care and concern.
malamuyot na pagkakaibigan
Related Words
ghost
A creature representing fear or fright but has a gentle heart.
mumu
Slang Meanings
a soft or affectionate person or thing
My girlfriend is so sweet, I always melt with her sweet gestures.
Sobrang malamuyot ng girlfriend ko, lagi akong natutunaw sa kanyang mga sweet na kilos.
too soft or mushy
This food is too soft, it has no life.
Yung pagkaing ito, malamuyot masyado, wala nang buhay.
having an attractive or sensual scent
This perfume is so alluring, it brings the right vibes.
Parang malamuyot ang perfume na ito, nagdadala ng tamang vibes.