Sceptical in Tagalog

“Sceptical” in Tagalog translates to “mapag-alinlangan” or “mapagduda”, describing a person who questions or doubts claims and beliefs. Discover how this critical thinking term is expressed and used in various Filipino contexts, from everyday conversations to formal discussions.

[Words] = Sceptical

[Definition]:

• Sceptical /ˈskɛptɪkəl/ (British spelling) or Skeptical (American spelling)
• Adjective 1: Not easily convinced; having doubts or reservations.
• Adjective 2: Relating to the theory that certain knowledge is impossible.
• Adjective 3: Showing doubt or questioning attitude toward something.

[Synonyms] = Mapag-alinlangan, Mapagduda, Nag-aalinlangan, Mapanlinlang, Nagdududa, Hindi naniniwala agad

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: Many scientists were initially sceptical about the new theory until more evidence was presented.
• Ex1_PH: Maraming siyentipiko ay noon ay mapag-alinlangan tungkol sa bagong teorya hanggang sa higit pang ebidensya ay ipinakita.
• Ex2_EN: She remained sceptical of his promises after he had broken them so many times before.
• Ex2_PH: Siya ay nananatiling mapagduda sa kanyang mga pangako matapos niyang sirain ang mga ito nang maraming beses noon.
• Ex3_EN: The investors were sceptical about the startup’s ambitious growth projections.
• Ex3_PH: Ang mga mamumuhunan ay nag-aalinlangan tungkol sa ambisyosong proyeksyon ng paglaki ng startup.
• Ex4_EN: He gave her a sceptical look when she explained why she was late again.
• Ex4_PH: Binigyan niya siya ng mapagdudang tingin nang ipaliwanag niya kung bakit siya naghuli muli.
• Ex5_EN: Despite the positive reviews, I’m still sceptical about trying that new restaurant.
• Ex5_PH: Sa kabila ng mga positibong pagsusuri, ako ay pa rin ay mapag-alinlangan na subukan ang bagong restaurant na iyon.