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    Busabos (en. Destitute)

    /buˈsa.bos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    noun
    A person or group that is without wealth or resources.
    There are many destitute people in rural areas who need help.
    Maraming busabos sa mga kanayunan na nangangailangan ng tulong.
    An item that is no longer useful or beneficial.
    The old and destitute house needs to be demolished.
    Ang luma at busabos na bahay ay kailangan nang giyahin.

    Etymology

    Derived from the term 'busabos', referring to people or things that are poor or not flourishing.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    destitute condition
    state of lacking wealthy resources or comfort.
    busabos na katayuan

    Related Words

    poverty
    The state or condition of being poor.
    kahirapan

    Slang Meanings

    A person with no other means of livelihood, often left in poverty.
    The life of a busabos here in our area is truly pitiful.
    Ang buhay busabos dito sa lugar namin ay talaga namang nakakaawa.
    A slang referring to those who have no funds or can't afford luxuries.
    Wow, I'm busabos now, I can't even pay for coffee!
    Grabe, busabos na ako, wala na akong pambayad sa kape!
    People who seem to lose hope in life.
    We feel like busabos outside, we have nothing to eat!
    Parang busabos na tayo sa labas, walang makain!