Malukong (en. Confused)

ma-lu-kong

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Not clear or hard to understand.
What he said was confusing, so I had difficulty understanding.
Ang kanyang mga sinasabi ay malukong kaya't nahirapan akong unawain.
Rooted in confusion or disarray.
The confusing situation caused a lot of stress in the group.
Ang malukong sitwasyon ay nagbigay ng labis na stress sa grupo.

Etymology

from the root 'luko' meaning 'confused' or 'hard to understand'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

confused mind
A mind filled with confusion.
malukong isip

Related Words

confusion
The state of being confused or unclear.
kalituhan

Slang Meanings

lacking in thought or not serious
Don't be silly; you should be serious about your studies!
Huwag kang malukong, dapat seryoso ka sa iyong mga studies!
acting funny or playful
You're really silly, like a clown!
Malukong ka talaga, parang clown!
happy or relaxed
Let's go, let's chill at the beach!
Tara na, malukong tayo sa beach!