Palalo (en. Arrogant)

/paˈlalo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Refers to a person who has excessive self-confidence that leads to arrogance.
He is arrogant about his achievements.
Siya ay palalo sa kanyang mga tagumpay.
Has a high opinion of oneself compared to others.
Avoid arrogant people around you.
Iwasan ang mga palalong tao sa iyong paligid.
A type of behavior that arises from excessive pride.
His arrogant behavior is unpleasant to many.
Ang kanyang palalong ugali ay hindi kaaya-aya sa marami.

Etymology

Originating from the word 'palalo', meaning arrogant or boastful.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Arrogant view of oneself
Having a high regard for one's own abilities or worth.
Palalo ang tingin sa sarili

Related Words

arrogance
The characteristic of being arrogant or boastful.
kayabangan

Slang Meanings

arrogant
My arrogant friend always brags about himself.
Ang palalo na kaibigan ko, lagi nalang pinagmamalaki ang sarili niya.
boastful
Don't be boastful to others, it's better to be humble.
Huwag kang magpalalo sa ibang tao, mas mabuti pang maging humble.
feeling famous
He's arrogant, feeling famous even though he has no fans.
Palalo yun, feeling sikat kahit wala namang fans.
show-off
The arrogant one in class always shows off in front of the teacher.
Yung palalo sa klase, pabibo sa harap ng guro lagi.