Mapagkalakhan (en. Ungrounded)

/ma.paɡ.ka.la.kʰan/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Meaning to have the ability to act or do that is not tied to a specific thing or location.

He has a free-spirited way of thinking, so he is not afraid of new experiences.

Siya ay may mapagkalakhan na pag-iisip kaya't hindi siya natatakot sa mga bagong karanasan.

Refers to a person or thing that can adapt to various situations.

The versatile design of the product allows for wider usage.

Ang mapagkalakhan na disenyo ng produkto ay nagbibigay-daan sa mas malawak na pag-gamit dito.

The word 'mapagkalakhan' comes from the root 'kalakhan' meaning 'of things' or 'characteristics'.

free-thinking mind

A mind open to various possibilities and ideas.

mapagkalakhan na isipan

freedom

The state of being free or unrestricted in action.

kalayaan

creativity

The ability of a person to create new ideas or things.

pagkamalikhain

show-off

He's so bold to act like he's the main character in the story.

Ang lakas ng loob niyang umarte na parang siya ang bida-bida sa kwento.

attention seeker

I wish she didn't act so attention-seeking; it was too obvious that she wanted all the attention.

Sana di na lang siya nag-saching-saching, masyadong obvious na gusto niya ang atensyon.

acting cute

Don't act cute in front of your crush; it totally kills the vibe.

Huwag kang magpa-cute sa harap ng crush mo, nakaka-ningas ang ganun.