Pamalimali (en. Nonsense)

/ˈpamalimali/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of game usually involving children with no clear objective.
In pamalimali, children have fun even without specific rules.
Sa pamalimali, masaya ang mga bata kahit walang tiyak na patakaran.
Funny words or sentences that are meaningless.
What he said as pamalimali was talked about by everyone because of its peculiar sound.
Ang kanyang sinabing pamalimali ay pinag-usapan ng lahat dahil sa kakaibang tunog.

Etymology

From the word 'pamalima' meaning a type of sport or game.

Common Phrases and Expressions

just nonsense
Means meaningless or not serious.
pamalimali lang

Related Words

game
A common activity that involves fun and adventure.
laro

Slang Meanings

to act cool or social
Hey, you think too highly of yourself, you're being so pamalimali again!
Uy, ang taas ng tingin mo, pamalimali ka na naman!
pretending to be rich
Don't act pamalimali, it's obvious you have no money!
Wag ka nang magpamali-mali, kitang kita na wala kang pera!