When someone acts tough, talks big, or tries to flex power or confidence but when it’s time to actually prove it, they back down, get scared, or disappear. A combo of false bravado + cowardice that turns people off instantly.
Think: “Matapang sa salita, duwag sa gawa.”
Used when:
Someone barks loud but can’t bite
You lose respect for someone after seeing they're all show
Someone ducks a challenge after acting like a badass
Think: “Matapang sa salita, duwag sa gawa.”
Used when:
Someone barks loud but can’t bite
You lose respect for someone after seeing they're all show
Someone ducks a challenge after acting like a badass
“Bro was all over the mic talking trash, but went quiet when it got real. Nabaste behavior fr.”
“Akala ko lalaban siya sa debate, pero umatras. Solid nabaste.”
“Dami niyang sinasabi online, pero ‘di mo naman maharap in person. Nabaste ka na bro.”
“Akala ko lalaban siya sa debate, pero umatras. Solid nabaste.”
“Dami niyang sinasabi online, pero ‘di mo naman maharap in person. Nabaste ka na bro.”
by OneTwentyOneGuns July 30, 2025
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