Malandas (en. Flirtatious)

ma-lan-das

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

When a person or thing has a sweet or alluring characteristic.

Her flirtatious smile attracted many people's attention.

Ang kanyang malandas na ngiti ay nakakuha ng atensyon ng marami.

Refers to a style or any aspect that appears attractive or full of charm.

Her outfit at the wedding was truly flirtatious.

Ang kanyang pananamit sa kasalan ay talagang malandas.

Derived from the word 'landa' meaning 'to swim' or 'to glide'

flirtatious glance

a gaze full of allure

malanding tingin

affection

Demonstration of charm or attractiveness.

lambing

admiration

Having a high opinion or respect for someone.

paghanga

women who are too flirtatious or promiscuous

These flirtatious women, you don't know if they're serious or just pretending.

Ang mga malandas na ito, hindi mo alam kung seryoso o nagpapanggap lang.

people who love drama or failure in love

She seems so melodramatic in her relationships; she's always heartbroken.

Parang malandas siya sa mga relationship niya, lagi na lang siyang basag.

people who do not care about their reputation

They say she's flirtatious, but the truth is, she doesn't care at all.

Sabi nila malandas siya, pero sa totoo lang, wala siyang pakialam.