Malisyosa (en. Mischievous)

/ma-li-syo-sa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
There is an action or attitude that contains pleasure and desire for teasing.
She is malicious, always has a new story to tell friends.
Siya'y malisyosa, palaging may bagong kwento na ikinuwento sa mga kaibigan.
Crossing or humorous to people around.
His malicious word entertained everyone.
Ang kanyang malisyosang salita ay nagbigay-aliw sa lahat.
Shows efficiency in creating thoughts that are interesting.
His malicious movements seemed to reflect his creations.
Ang kanyang malisyosang mga galaw ay tila nagpapakita ng kanyang likhaing gawi.

Etymology

derived from the word 'masilay' meaning 'to show off' or 'to prattle' with undertones of playful mischief or behavior towards others.

Common Phrases and Expressions

mischievous behavior
showing playful and amusing behavior that is cheeky.
malisyosang pag-uugali

Related Words

fast
refers to a quick action or movement.
mabilis
rascal
a person who enjoys mischief and blends in playfully.
pilyo

Slang Meanings

She loves to interfere or gossip.
Her mischievous friend always has news about everyone.
Ang malisyosa niyang kaibigan ay laging may balita tungkol sa lahat.
A person who has malicious or shameful behavior.
That annoying gossip always has something to spill.
Yung nakakainis na malisyosa, lagi na lang siya may pasabog.
Able to give misleading information to others.
Don't believe her; she's mischievous and a critic.
Huwag kang maniwala sa kanya, malisyosa siya at pintasera.