Mapakialam (en. Interfere)
/ma.pa.ki.a.lam/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
verb
The act of taking interest or interfering in something.
Don't interfere in other people's conversation.
Huwag kang makialam sa usapan ng ibang tao.
The action of being nosy or inquiring about things that you shouldn't know.
Sometimes, it's annoying when people like to interfere in others' lives.
Minsan, nakakairita ang mga taong mahilig makialam sa buhay ng iba.
Taking steps that disturb other people.
Children often like to interfere in adults' games.
Ang mga bata ay mahilig makialam sa laro ng matatanda.
Common Phrases and Expressions
Don't interfere.
A reminder not to interfere with others.
Huwag makialam.
You are too nosy.
A description of someone who is too eager to interfere.
Masyado kang pakialamero.
Related Words
pakialam
This word refers to taking interest or caring about something.
pakialam
himasok
The act of entering a situation where you shouldn't be.
himasok
Slang Meanings
Busybody - a person who meddles too much in others' lives.
There are so many busybodies in this neighborhood!
Ang daming pakialamero sa barangay na 'to!
Nosy - asking too many questions or meddling that is exaggerated.
Don't be too nosy, she's sick.
Huwag kang masyadong kisaw, may sakit siya eh.