Malanta (en. Wilted)

mah-lan-tah

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of a plant losing vigor and color.
The flowers in the garden started to wilt under the sun.
Ang mga bulaklak sa hardin ay nagsimulang malanta sa ilalim ng araw.
A verb meaning to lose strength or vitality.
Her spirit wilted after the bad news.
Namalanta ang kanyang kalooban matapos ang bad news.

Etymology

From the word 'lanta' meaning wilted or limp.

Common Phrases and Expressions

wilted leaves
The leaves seem to be losing life and need water.
malanta ang mga dahon

Related Words

wilted
A term referring to something that is shriveled or diminutive.
lanta
plant
Living organisms that belong to the kingdom of plants.
halaman

Slang Meanings

Tiring or boring
Wow, our conversation has become so malanta. Isn't there anything new?
Grabe, ang malanta na ng usapan natin. Wala na bang bago?
Lazy or unmotivated
I'm feeling so malanta, I don't want to study right now.
Malanta na ako, ayoko nang mag-aral ngayon.
Super relaxed or chill
I'm just hanging out at home, the vibe is so malanta!
Nakatambay lang ako sa bahay, ang malanta ng vibe!