Timpang (en. Lame)

/timˈpaŋ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Not walking evenly; has a disability in the foot.
He is lame after having an accident.
Siya ay timpang matapos siyang maaksidente.
Having an abnormal shape or condition.
His body is lame due to the injury.
Ang kanyang pangangatawan ay timpang dahil sa pagkakasugat nito.

Etymology

Tagalog word

Common Phrases and Expressions

lame foot
a foot that is disabled or not walking properly
timpang na paa

Related Words

disability
A condition or state that impairs the normal functioning or ability of a person.
kapansanan

Slang Meanings

unstable, inconsistent
I don't want to talk to him anymore because he's timpang in his decisions.
Ayaw na lang ako makipag-usap sa kanya kasi timpang siya sa desisyon niya.
uncertain
His plans are timpang, that's why I don't expect them anymore.
Timpang kasi yung mga plano niya, kaya di ko na inaasahan.