From root: baboy
Usage Note
Mababoy describes a person who lacks hygiene or a place that is kept in a very dirty state.
Examples
" Mababoy ang kanyang kuwarto. "
Natural Translation
His room is filthy.
Literal Translation
Filthy the his room.
" Mababoy ang kanyang gawa. "
Natural Translation
His work is messy.
Literal Translation
Messy the his work.
" Mababoy ang dating ng kainan kaya marami ang umaayaw na kumain doon kahit mura ang pagkain. "
Natural Translation
The eatery looks filthy, so many people refuse to eat there even though the food is cheap.
Literal Translation
Filthy the appearance of eatery so many refuse to-eat there even-though cheap the food.
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