Kabuang

madness; crazinessnoun

Alternative meanings

madness; craziness; nonsense; absurd behavior; out-of-control situation; exaggerated or irrational idea depending on context

Pronunciation

kah-BOO-ahng

Root and affixes

From buang, crazy or foolish in colloquial use. Kabuang names madness, nonsense, or an absurd situation.

Variants or conjugations

madness/craziness; crazy/foolish; insanity/craziness; confusion; trouble; not normal

Related words and expressions

mind/thought; mental; nerves; trouble; confusion; situation; mental illness

Meaning and usage notes

Kabuang can sound offensive if used for people with mental health conditions. In medical contexts, use sakit sa panghunahuna, problema sa mental nga kahimsog, or a specific diagnosis.