Pilipot (en. Vagrant)

/pi-li-pot/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A person without a home, often living on the streets.

Vagrants often struggle to find food.

Ang mga pilipot ay madalas na nahihirapan sa pagkuha ng pagkain.

A term for people who wander or roam without a specific destination.

The vagrant is always on the road, with no specific destination.

Ang pilipot ay palaging nasa daan, walang tiyak na destinasyon.

A person often seen in public places, frequently seeking help.

Vagrants are commonly heard at markets, asking for coins.

Ang mga pilipot ay karaniwang naririnig sa mga pamilihan, humihingi ng barya.

Derived from the word 'pilip' which means 'tree' or 'plant', with contextual implications.

Anywhere, anytime

Without a specific destination or purpose.

Kahit saan, kahit kailan

garbage collector

A person who searches for items that can still be used in trash bins.

basurero

housing

A place that can serve as a residence, often suitable for those in need of shelter.

pabahay

Maybe there's something needed, but it's like they don't want to admit it.

They're being evasive because they can't say what they want.

Parang pilipot kasi hindi siya makasabi kung anong gusto niya.

Always being lazy or expecting someone else to do things for them.

They always evade discussions, just to avoid getting involved.

Lagi na lang siyang pilipot sa mga usapan, para na lang di makialam.

Always hesitant and lacking self-confidence.

They're too reserved on stage; they're shy to sing.

Masyadong pilipot siya sa stage, nahihiya siyang kumanta.