Medyolasing (en. Tipsy)

/ˌmɛd.joˈla.sɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of slight drunkenness.
He is in a state of tipsiness after drinking a few glasses of wine.
Nasa medyolasing na siya pagkatapos uminom ng ilang baso ng alak.
verb
The action of being tipsy.
He got tipsy at the party last night.
Nag-medyolasing siya sa party kagabi.

Etymology

Derived from the words 'medyo' (somewhat) and 'lasing' (drunk).

Common Phrases and Expressions

tipsy feeling
Feeling of slight drunkenness.
medyolasing na pakiramdam

Related Words

drunk
A state of drunkenness where the person loses their ability to think and act clearly.
lasing
alcohol
A beverage that contains alcohol.
alak

Slang Meanings

Brazen or shameless.
Wow, you're so brazen! You're even shouting our secret.
Grabe, ang medyolasing mo! Ipinagsisigawan mo pa ang lihim namin.
Will do anything, even if it's not right.
He's so desperate in his projects; as long as he can get some points.
Ang medyolasing niya sa mga projects, basta may makuha lang siyang puntos.
Showing excessive self-confidence.
Even though she's not pretty, she's so confident around people.
Kahit hindi siya maganda, medyolasing pa rin siya sa mga tao.