Walangkibo (en. No movement)

/wā.laŋ.kī.bō/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of inactivity or non-response to a situation.
Despite the challenges, there was no movement in his reaction.
Sa kabila ng mga pagsubok, nagkaroon ng walangkibo sa kanyang reaksyon.
A feeling of hopelessness or sadness.
The lack of movement in his voice shows his sadness.
Ang walangkibo sa kanyang boses ay nagpapakita ng kanyang kalungkutan.
Not participating or engaging in activities.
His non-participation in events worried his friends.
Ang kanyang walangkibo sa mga kaganapan ay ikinabahala ng kanyang mga kaibigan.

Etymology

The word originates from 'wala' (none) and 'kibo' (movement), describing a state of inactivity or non-response.

Common Phrases and Expressions

No movement
Nothing or no reaction.
Walang kibo

Related Words

quiet
A state of silence or lack of sound.
tahimik
still water
Water that is calm or motionless.
tahimik na tubig

Slang Meanings

Doesn't care
The weather is bad, but I don't care, I'm still going out.
Ang sama ng panahon, pero walangkibo lang ako, tuloy pa rin ang gala.
Just whatever
No plans this weekend, just whatever, as long as it's fun.
Walang labas sa weekend, walangkibo lang, basta masaya.
Just cool
My friend bumped the car, he just shrugged it off, it's all good.
Nabangga ng tropa ang sasakyan, walangkibo lang siya, chill lang.