Usage Note
Inip describes both boredom from lack of stimulation and the restlessness of waiting too long for something. It is commonly used in everyday speech, especially by children or in situations involving long queues, traffic, or waiting. 'Na-iinip na ako' (I'm getting bored/impatient) is a very common expression.
Examples
" Inip na inip na ako. "
Natural Translation
I'm so bored already.
Literal Translation
Bored very already I.
" Kita ang inip sa mukha niya. "
Natural Translation
The impatience is visible on his/her face.
Literal Translation
Visible the bored at-the face his/her.
" Naiinip na ang mga bata sa mahabang biyahe, kaya naglaro sila ng kanta para makalipas ang oras. "
Natural Translation
The children were getting bored on the long trip, so they played singing games to pass the time.
Literal Translation
Getting-bored already the children in long trip, so played they of song to pass the time.
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