Walangtinag (en. Motionless)

/wəˈlaŋ.ti.nag/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Not moving or remaining in the same state.
The position of his body was motionless despite the wind.
Ang hawak niya sa katawan ay walangtinag sa kabila ng hangin.
Standing or rotating in one place without any change.
He remained motionless while waiting for his friends.
Nanatili siyang walangtinag habang hinihintay ang kanyang mga kaibigan.

Etymology

Combined from the words 'none' and 'moved', meaning 'without movement' or 'not gone'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

motionless tree
A tree that remains steadfast and undisturbed despite strong winds.
walangtinag na puno

Related Words

steadfast
Having the ability to remain unbroken, describing stability.
matatag

Slang Meanings

fearless
He's so brave, like he's fearless in the fight!
Sobrang tapang niya, parang walangtinag sa laban!
didn't back down
No matter what happens, he didn't back down from his decision.
Kahit anong mangyari, walangtinag siya sa kanyang desisyon.
strong-willed
Even with many obstacles, she was strong-willed with her dreams.
Kahit na maraming hadlang, walangtinag siya sa kanyang mga pangarap.