malandi (mah-lan-dih)

ma.lan.ˈdiinsult, sexual

What does malandi (mah-lan-dih) mean? malandi (mah-lan-dih) is a Filipino moderate that translates to “slutty / flirt” in English.

flirtatious

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"slutty / flirt"

A woman who is overly flirtatious or easy.

Napakalandi mong babae. (You are such a slutty woman.)

Context

  • Casual conversations with friends
  • Informal settings where profanity is accepted
  • Direct confrontation (use with caution)

Avoid

  • Professional or formal settings
  • Mixed company or unfamiliar social groups
  • Job interviews, meetings, or customer-facing situations

Cultural Context

A socially damning adjective, though slightly milder than 'pokpok' (whore).

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