Mambintang (en. Accuser)

/mʌmˈbɪŋ.tɑŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A person who makes an accusation against others.
He is the accuser in this group.
Siya ang mambintang sa grupo na ito.
An individual who reports or complains to a person or authority.
We need to know the identity of the accuser.
Kailangan nating malaman ang pagkakakilanlan ng mambintang.

Etymology

Derived from the root word 'bintang' which means 'accusation'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Accuser of the truth
A person who speaks the truth and reports wrongdoings.
Mambintang ng katotohanan

Related Words

accusation
The allegation or report against a person.
bintang

Slang Meanings

Drunkard
Oh no, Juan is drinking again at the corner.
Naku, si Juan, nag-mambintang na naman sa kanto.
Pourer (of drinks)
Why are your friends always pouring drinks?
Bakit laging mambintang ang mga barkada mo?
Mixer (of drinks)
With all these drink mixers here, it’s so much fun!
Kaka-mambintang ng mga tao dito, ang saya-saya!
Party animal
That kid drinks so fast, he's really a party animal!
Ang bilis mag-mambintang ng batang iyon, party animal talaga!