papel-papel
fake / role-playing
From root: papel
Usage Note
Papel-papel is slang for someone who is being pretentious or acting out a role that isn't their true self.
Examples
" Papel-papel lang ang ngiti niya. "
Natural Translation
His/Her smile is just fake.
Literal Translation
Fake-only the smile his/her.
" Ang pera niya ay papel-papel lang. "
Natural Translation
His/Her money is just fake paper.
Literal Translation
The money his/her is fake-paper only.
" Huwag mong paniwalaan ang kaibigang papel-papel lang na nakikitungo sa iyo tuwing may kailangan. "
Natural Translation
Don't believe a friend who only puts on an act toward you whenever they need something.
Literal Translation
Don't by-you believe the friend that fake-only that deals to you whenever have need.
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