Ripolyo (en. Ripple)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A small wave or disturbance in the water usually caused by wind or an object falling into the water.
The ripple appeared on the surface of the lake after the stone was thrown by the child.
Ang ripolyo ay lumitaw sa ibabaw ng lawa matapos ang bato na ibinato ng bata.
An indication of indirect movement, phrase or idea that operates alongside other statements.
There are ripples in her mind that make it hard for her to decide.
May mga ripolyo sa kanyang isip na nagpapahirap sa kanyang magdesisyon.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ripple of water
Waves or disturbances in the water resulting from an object falling into the water.
ripolyo ng tubig

Related Words

wave
A larger disturbance in the water, often associated with seas or oceans.
alon

Slang Meanings

a term for a person or thing that doesn't know how to join in and withdraws from a discussion or fight.
He should have joined the project, but he's just a ripolyo.
Dapat sana sumama siya sa project, pero ripolyo na lang siya.
a slang term for someone who is scared or not brave.
Don't be a ripolyo, just fight!
Huwag kang ripolyo, lumaban ka na!
a term for people who are slow or have delayed movements.
Why are you so slow? You’re like a ripolyo.
Bakit ang tagal mo? Parang ripolyo ka lang.