Dehado (en. Left behind)

/dɛˈhado/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition or state of being neglected or not striving in light of abilities.
He was left behind in his studies because he wasn't making an effort.
Nagbigay siya ng dehado sa kanyang pag-aaral dahil hindi siya nagsusumikap.
A situation where a person or thing has become undesirable or worthless.
We need to help the left behind in our community.
Kailangan tayong tumulong sa mga dehado sa ating komunidad.
A sign that a person is lagging behind or is unable to keep up with others.
He is falling behind and is considered left behind.
Siya ay naiiwanan at nahuhuli na, kaya siya ay itinuturing na dehado.

Etymology

Spanish word 'dejado' meaning 'left behind'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

left behind
A state of not keeping up with others.
naiiwanan

Related Words

effort
The process of striving for success or improvement.
pagsisikap

Slang Meanings

fed up
I'm fed up with being at a disadvantage against him in the game.
Sawang-sawa na ako sa pagkaka-dehado sa kanya sa laban.
left behind
I feel left behind in this conversation, I'm at a disadvantage.
Parang napag-iwanan na ako sa usapang 'to, dehado kasi ako.
loser
If you're always at a disadvantage, they just call that a loser.
Kapag laging dehado, tawag na lang dun ay loser.