Tibalbal (en. To return to a previous state or to imitate)
/tibalbal/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of returning or imitating again.
The tibalbal of traditions showcases our culture.
Ang tibalbal ng mga tradisyon ay nagpapakita ng ating kultura.
Reaction to something that has occurred before.
The tibalbal of ideas can be seen in their writings.
Ang tibalbal ng mga ideya ay nakikita sa kanilang mga sinulat.
Etymology
Derived from the root word 'balbal' meaning 'to return to before' or 'to imitate again'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't be tibalbal
Avoid repeating wrong decisions.
huwag maging tibalbal
Related Words
balbal
Means to return or revert.
balbal
Slang Meanings
So much happiness or extreme laughter.
Dude, I was so tibalbal earlier at the movie we watched!
Grabe, ang tibalbal ko kanina sa pelikulang napanood namin!
Full of nonsense or silly antics.
Their tibalbal in the room is just full of silly nonsense!
Ang tibalbal nila sa kwarto, puro katuwang na kalokohan!
Too playful or fun-loving in conversation.
Wow, this is tibalbal, totally up for teasing!
Aba, tibalbal ito, game na game sa asaran!