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    Matamlay (en. Listless)

    ma-ta-mlay

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    adjective
    lacking vigor or interest.
    He is listless today because of fatigue.
    Siya ay matamlay ngayon dahil sa pagod.
    not bright or unwell in appearance.
    His face is dim after a long and troubled day.
    Ang kanyang mukha ay matamlay matapos ang mahaba at masalimuot na araw.

    Etymology

    from the word 'tamalay' which means lifeless or hopeless

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    listless feeling
    Feeling weak or without energy.
    matamlay ang pakiramdam

    Related Words

    indifference
    The state of having no interest or concern.
    pagsasawalang-kibo
    unfortunate
    A person who constantly experiences misfortune.
    sawimpalad

    Slang Meanings

    ugly or unattractive
    Your outfit is so matamlay, it looks like you just woke up.
    Sobra ang matamlay ng damit mo, parang galing kang natulog.
    lack of enthusiasm or lazy
    So matamlay this morning, doesn’t want to get up for class.
    Matamlay kaga ng umaga, ayaw gumising para sa klase.
    deadpan or expressionless
    Even though it's funny, his reaction is still matamlay.
    Kahit na nakakatawa, matamlay pa rin ang reaksyon niya.