patamad-tamad
acting lazily
From root: tamad
Usage Note
Patamad-tamad describes an action performed in a sluggish or unenthusiastic way. It is often used to criticize someone's slow movements.
Examples
" Patamad-tamad siyang naglalakad. "
Natural Translation
He walks lazily.
Literal Translation
Lazily he walking.
" Huwag kang patamad-tamad sa pag-aaral. "
Natural Translation
Don't act lazy when studying.
Literal Translation
Don't you act-lazily in studying.
" Kahit pagod na, hindi siya gumagawa nang patamad-tamad dahil gusto niyang matapos nang maayos ang lahat. "
Natural Translation
Even though he is tired, he does not work sluggishly because he wants to finish everything properly.
Literal Translation
Even tired already, not he works in-a-manner lazily because want he to-finish well the all.
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