Ugalingalipin (en. Slave mentality)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A type of mindset that describes a passive attitude or concern for activities that represent being a slave.
The slave mentality often becomes an obstacle to a person's development.
Ang ugalingalipin ay madalas na nagiging hadlang sa pag-unlad ng isang tao.

Common Phrases and Expressions

slave behavior
A behavior that shows a lack of self-confidence and hope for the future.
ugaling alipin

Related Words

slave
A person owned by another and lacking freedom.
alipin

Slang Meanings

A person who always wants to enslave or dominate others, often used for people who like to bully.
Since he was young, he has this enslaving nature; every time he makes a new friend, he makes them feel like he's the boss.
Bata pa lang siya, ugalingalipin na siya; sa tuwing may bagong kaibigan, pinaparamdam niya na siya ang boss.
He is a tyrant in the office, always abusing his power.
I wish he was replaced because of his tyrannical nature, it's hard to work with him.
Sana pinalitan na siya dahil sa ugalingalipin niya, ang hirap makipagtrabaho sa kanya.