From root: daldal
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagdaldal
nag-dal-DAL
chattered
Present (Incomplete)
nagdadaldal
nag-da-dal-DAL
chattering
Future (Contemplated)
magdadaldal
mag-da-dal-DAL
will chatter
Usage Note
Magdaldal is used when someone talks excessively or gossips about trivial matters in an informal setting. It often carries a slightly negative or playful connotation, suggesting the person is being 'chatty' rather than having a serious discussion.
Examples
" Huwag kang magdaldal dito. "
Natural Translation
Don't chatter here.
Literal Translation
Don't you chatter here.
" Mahilig siyang magdaldal sa klase. "
Natural Translation
She likes to chatter in class.
Literal Translation
Fond she chatter at class.
" Sa halip na magdaldal tungkol sa ibang tao, mas mabuti kung gugulin natin ang oras sa mga bagay na makabuluhan. "
Natural Translation
Instead of chattering about other people, it's better if we spend our time on things that are meaningful.
Literal Translation
Instead of to-chatter about other people, more good if spend we the time on things that meaningful.
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