Mapagmataas (en. Arrogant)

/ma.paɡ.ma.tas/

Meaning & Definition

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adjective
Arrogant or having a high opinion of oneself.
He is an arrogant person who does not listen to others' opinions.
Siya ay isang mapagmataas na tao na hindi nakikinig sa opinyon ng iba.
Showing excessive appreciation for one's abilities.
His arrogant behavior caused a conflict in the group.
Ang kanyang mapagmataas na ugali ay nagdulot ng hidwaan sa grupo.

Etymology

Derived from the words 'high' and 'proud'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

arrogant person
A person who is boastful and has a high opinion of themselves.
mapagmataas na tao

Related Words

pride
The state of being arrogant or proud.
pagmamalaki

Slang Meanings

arrogant
I talked to him, he's so arrogant as if he's above everyone else.
Nakausap ko siya, sobrang mapagmataas na parang mas mataas siya sa lahat.
social climber
His arrogant friends, you’d think they’re always on top.
Yung mga kaibigan niyang mapagmataas, akala mo'y laging nasa taas.
snobbish
The people at that party were so snobbish, as if they couldn't mingle.
Yung mga tao sa party na 'yun, sobrang mapagmataas, parang di makihalubilo.