magkalandak
magkalandák with stress marks
to boast
From root: kalandak
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagkalandak
nag-ka-lan-DAK
boasted
Present (Incomplete)
nagkakalandak
nag-ka-ka-lan-DAK
is boasting
Future (Contemplated)
magkakalandak
mag-ka-ka-lan-DAK
will boast
Usage Note
Magkalandak is the actor-focus form of kalandak, covering both boasting and spreading rumors — two socially disapproved behaviors often linked in Filipino culture. The root's dual meaning makes it a useful word for describing someone who brags loudly or gossips indiscriminately.
Examples
" Mahilig siyang magkalandak. "
Natural Translation
He loves to boast.
Literal Translation
Fond he to-boast.
" Hindi maganda ang magkalandak ng kayamanan sa social media. "
Natural Translation
It is not good to boast about wealth on social media.
Literal Translation
Not good the to boast of wealth on social media.
" Sa halip na magkalandak ng kanyang mga tagumpay, mas pinili niyang manatiling tahimik at mapagkumbaba. "
Natural Translation
Instead of boasting about his achievements, he chose to remain quiet and humble.
Literal Translation
In place of to-boast of his achievements, more chose he to-remain quiet and humble.
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