Mapamaslang (en. Murderous)

/ma.pa.mas.laŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to someone or something capable of killing, or related to murder.
His words seemed murderous to the race.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay tila mapamaslang sa lahi.
Pertaining to murder or violence.
His actions were murderous towards his enemies.
Mapamaslang ang kanyang mga kilos sa kanyang mga kaaway.
Referring to an activity or situation that results in death or harm.
A murderous battle took place in the town.
Isang mapamaslang na labanan ang naganap sa bayan.

Etymology

Tagalog, from the root 'pamaslang' meaning 'to kill'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

murderous intent
Refers to the intention to kill or destroy.
mapamaslang na hangarin

Related Words

murder
The act of killing a person.
pamamaslang
murder
Root word describing the act of killing.
pamaslang

Slang Meanings

bad things may happen
If you're not careful, something bad could happen to you out on the street.
Kung hindi ka mag-iingat, mapamaslang ka sa labas ng kalsada.
there's a possibility of danger
In the game of life, you never know when you might be in danger.
Sa laro ng buhay, di mo alam kung kelan ka mapamaslang.