Dumb in Tagalog

Dumb in Tagalog can be translated as “pipi,” “bobo,” “tanga,” or “walang imik” depending on the context. In Filipino culture, the word carries different meanings from medical conditions like muteness to colloquial expressions about intelligence or being speechless.

Understanding the nuances of “dumb” helps avoid misunderstandings, especially since it can refer to both a disability and intelligence. Explore the detailed breakdown below.

[Words] = Dumb

[Definition]:

• Dumb /dʌm/
• Adjective 1: Unable to speak; mute (often considered offensive in modern usage).
• Adjective 2: Lacking intelligence or good judgment; stupid.
• Adjective 3: Temporarily unable to speak due to shock or surprise; speechless.
• Adjective 4: Showing a lack of reasoning or intelligence.

[Synonyms] = Pipi, Bobo, Tanga, Hangal, Walang imik, Walang salita, Estupido, Mangmang, Hindi marunong, Walang talino.

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: Helen Keller was both deaf and dumb, but she became a renowned author and activist.
– Ex1_PH: Si Helen Keller ay bingi at pipi, ngunit siya ay naging kilalang may-akda at aktibista.

– Ex2_EN: That was a dumb mistake; I should have checked the address before leaving.
– Ex2_PH: Iyon ay isang tanga na pagkakamali; dapat kong sinuri ang address bago umalis.

– Ex3_EN: The audience was struck dumb by the magician’s incredible final trick.
– Ex3_PH: Ang mga manonood ay naging walang imik sa kahanga-hangang huling trick ng salamangkero.

– Ex4_EN: Don’t make dumb decisions just because you’re feeling pressured.
– Ex4_PH: Huwag gumawa ng bobo na desisyon dahil lang sa nararamdaman mong presyon.

– Ex5_EN: The complicated instructions made me feel dumb because I couldn’t understand them.
– Ex5_PH: Ang komplikadong mga tagubilin ay nagparamdam sa akin na hangal dahil hindi ko sila maintindihan.