Magpalamlam (en. To subdue)

/mag-pa-lam-lam/

Synonyms

to act cool or show off

Go on, just act cool so you can look impressive in front of your friends.

Sige na, magpalamlam ka na lang para magmukhang cool sa harap ng mga barkada mo.

to show off one's skills

During the audition, he acted impressive to catch the judges' attention.

Sa audition, nagpalamlam siya para makuha ang atensyon ng judges.

to act macho or tough

Many are showing off at the gym to demonstrate how strong they are.

Ang daming magpalamlam sa gym para ipakita na matibay sila.