isip-bata
childish or immature
From root: isip
Usage Note
Isip-bata is a compound word used to describe adults whose behavior or logic resembles that of a child.
Examples
" Isip-bata pa rin siya. "
Natural Translation
He is still childish.
Literal Translation
Childish still he.
" Huwag kang maging isip-bata. "
Natural Translation
Don't be childish.
Literal Translation
Don't you be childish.
" Kahit matanda na siya, isip-bata pa rin siyang umasta kaya madalas siyang pinapagalitan ng kaniyang asawa. "
Natural Translation
Even though he is already old, he still acts childish, so his wife often scolds him.
Literal Translation
Even-though old already he, childish still he to-act so often he scolded by his spouse.
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