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    Alagata (en. Nuisance)

    a-la-ga-ta

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person or thing that causes disturbance or interruption.
    The nuisances around cause an unpleasant experience for the guests.
    Ang mga alagata sa paligid ay nagdudulot ng hindi magandang karanasan sa mga bisita.
    A situation where a person is excessively interfering with others.
    His presence in the conversation felt like a nuisance that didn't want to leave.
    Ang kanyang pagkakaroon sa usapan ay tila isang alagata na ayaw nang umalis.

    Etymology

    Refers to the Spanish word 'alagaat', meaning to meddle or interfere.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To be a nuisance
    To cause disturbance or interruption.
    Magkaroon ng alagata

    Related Words

    disturbance
    A state of interruption or disruption to the normal course of things.
    abala

    Slang Meanings

    just go for it
    Just go for it, you can do it!
    Alagata lang, kaya mo 'yan!
    leave that behind
    Feeling shy? Leave that behind, let's go!
    Pagmahiyain? Alagata na 'yan, tara na!
    just go for it
    Just go for it, no turning back!
    Alagata na, walang atrasan!