Malawlaw (en. Loose)

ma-law-law

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Loose holding or arrangement.
The loose belt can no longer support my waist.
Ang malawlaw na sinturon ay hindi na kayang suportahan ang aking batok.
Not too tight or bound.
I need to adjust the loose laces of my shoes.
Kailangan kong ayusin ang malawlaw na tali ng aking sapatos.
Not too full or packed.
The loose bag is easy to carry.
Ang malawlaw na bag ay magaan dalhin.

Etymology

Indigenous language of the Filipinos

Common Phrases and Expressions

loose clothing
Clothing that is not too tight.
malawlaw na damit
loose belt
Belt that is not tight.
malawlaw na sinturon

Related Words

tight
Refers to the opposite of loose; the level of grip or binding.
mahigpit

Slang Meanings

Lazy or unmotivated about something.
I'm feeling really lazy about my assignments.
Malawlaw na malawlaw na ako sa mga assignments ko.
Careless or not properly arranged clothing or items.
His loose t-shirt doesn't look good when worn.
Ang malawlaw na t-shirt niya ay mukhang hindi maganda sa suot.
To give way or weaken something.
My bicycle has weakened, so it’s not fast anymore.
Malawlaw na ang bisikleta ko, kaya di na ito matulin.