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Adala definition 1
Literally 'crazy' in Malagasy, often thrown around jokingly to call someone crazy/silly. Friends might use adala to tease someone acting foolish (not truly mentally ill).
"Adala mihitsy ianao ry Ikoto! (You're really crazy, Ikoto!) – said in laughter among pals."
DEFINITION 2
Adala definition 2
Tsy hendry / Tsy mahay (Stupid / Ignorant)
"Tsy adala aho fa tsy azoko fotsiny (I'm not stupid, just don't understand)"
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- August 2025
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