Masuwayin (en. Rebellious)

/masuˈwajin/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Refers to a trait of a person who often disobeys rules or orders.

He is a rebellious child who does not listen to his teacher.

Siya ay isang masuwayin na bata na hindi sumusunod sa kanyang guro.

Displays behavior that does not accept authority.

His rebellious behavior has caused many problems for his family.

Ang masuwayin niyang ugali ay nagdulot ng maraming problema sa kanyang pamilya.

Derived from the word 'suway', meaning 'to disobey' or 'to defy'.

rebellious person

an individual who does not follow orders or laws

masuwayin na tao

violation

The act of not following or adhering to rules.

paglabag

stubborn or rebellious

You're such a headache, you're always so stubborn!

Ang sakit ng ulo mo, lagi ka na namang masyadong masuwayin!

annoying or disruptive

You're so annoying, you're always causing a stir!

Sobra ang iyong masuwayin, palagi kang nanggugulo!

hard-headed

Won't listen to parents, this child is really hard-headed, so rebellious!

Ayaw makinig sa mga magulang, napaka-ulo ng batang 'to, masuwayin talaga!