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passive in Tagalog

balintiyak

UK/ˈpæs.ɪv/

passive in Tagalog: balintiyak. In English, passive means being subjected to an action without producing a reaction.

Tagalog words for passive

grammar: being in the passive voice
balintiyak

English meaning of passive

  1. adjective Being subjected to an action without producing a reaction.
  2. adjective Taking no action.
  3. adjective Being in the passive voice.
  4. adjective Being inactive and submissive in a relationship, especially in a sexual one.

Full definition of passive

passive in a sentence

  • He remained passive during the protest.
  • passive flight, such as gliding and soaring

Synonyms of passive

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Questions about passive in Tagalog

What is the meaning of passive in Tagalog?
Passive in Tagalog is balintiyak.
Ano ang passive sa Tagalog?
Passive: balintiyak.
What does passive mean in English?
Passive means being subjected to an action without producing a reaction.

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