luko-luko
luko-lúko with stress marks
crazy; mischievous
Usage Note
Luko-luko is a reduplicated intensification of loko/loka (crazy), suggesting ongoing or habitual craziness or mischief. It is typically used affectionately or humorously rather than clinically, and is common in describing someone who is unpredictably silly or playfully reckless.
Examples
" Luko-luko talaga ang bata. "
Natural Translation
That kid is really silly.
Literal Translation
Crazy really the child.
" Luko-luko ang aso namin. "
Natural Translation
Our dog is crazy.
Literal Translation
Crazy the dog our.
" Kahit luko-luko siya minsan, mabait naman talaga at handa laging tumulong sa kahit sinong nangangailangan. "
Natural Translation
Even though he's mischievous sometimes, he's really kind and always ready to help anyone in need.
Literal Translation
Even-though crazy he sometimes, kind anyway really and ready always to-help to whoever needing.
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