From root: tamad
Conjugations
Past (Completed)
nagtamad
nag-ta-MAD
was lazy
Present (Incomplete)
nagtatamad
nag-ta-ta-MAD
is being lazy
Future (Contemplated)
magtatamad
mag-ta-ta-MAD
will be lazy
Usage Note
Magtamad is used when someone intentionally chooses to be idle or act lazily for a period, often implying a sense of relaxation or avoiding responsibilities. It is commonly heard in casual conversations when discussing weekend plans or a lack of motivation.
Examples
" Gusto kong magtamad ngayon. "
Natural Translation
I want to be lazy today.
Literal Translation
Want I to-be-lazy today.
" Mahirap magtamad kung maraming gagawin. "
Natural Translation
It is hard to be lazy if there is much to do.
Literal Translation
Hard be-lazy if many doing.
" Tuwing Linggo, nagtatamad lang kami sa bahay at nanonood ng pelikula buong araw. "
Natural Translation
Every Sunday, we just laze around at home and watch movies all day.
Literal Translation
Every Sunday, being-lazy only we at house and watch of movie whole day.
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