Nayobyum (en. Naivety)

na-yo-byum

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A characteristic of innocence or simplicity that allows a person to believe the best of people or situations.
His naivety caused him many problems in his business.
Ang kanyang nayobyum ay nagdulot sa kanya ng maraming problema sa kanyang negosyo.
The state of being unaware or inexperienced in certain things that leads to having a good opinion of others.
Due to her naivety, she was not careful in her choices.
Dahil sa kanyang nayobyum, hindi siya maingat sa kanyang mga pinili.
The quality of not being picky or critical towards people or ideas.
His naivety drives him to easily trust strangers.
Ang kanyang nayobyum ay nagtutulak sa kanya na madaling magtiwala sa mga estranghero.

Etymology

Derived from the English word 'naivety'

Common Phrases and Expressions

Too naive
A way of saying that someone is overly trusting or simple.
Masyadong nayobyum
Naive about life
Means you are unaware of the complex aspects of life.
Nayobyum sa buhay

Related Words

innocent
A similar word referring to the state of being naive.
ino-sente
cynical
A term translating to being negative towards the intentions or actions of others.
senti

Slang Meanings

let's go, come on
Let's go, even though it's late.
Nayobyum na tayo, kahit late na.
what's up, what's the news?
Have you checked in? Is there nothing new?
Nayobyum ka na ba? Wala na bang bago?