Dikasanlingan (en. Insecurity)
/di-ka-san-li-ngan/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A condition of feeling unsure or insecurities about oneself.
Insecurity hinders his development.
Ang dikasanlingan ay nagiging hadlang sa kanyang pag-unlad.
The state of being unsettled or uncertain.
We all experience insecurity at some points in our lives.
Lahat tayo ay nakakaranas ng dikasanlingan sa ilang bahagi ng ating buhay.
A feeling of concern about one's abilities or status.
His insecurity drives him to improve himself.
Ang kanyang dikasanlingan ay nag-uudyok sa kanya na mas pagbutihin ang kanyang sarili.
Etymology
Combination of the words 'dikas' and 'anlingan'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
don't worry about insecurity
Don't let it hinder your success.
huwag mag-alala sa dikasanlingan
overcome insecurity
Strive for more self-confidence.
pagtagumpayan ang dikasanlingan
Related Words
confidence
A belief in one's abilities.
kumpiyansa
self-esteem
Value oneself or the perception of one's worth.
self-esteem
Slang Meanings
Round or big object like a ball of mud.
This dikasanlingan is fun to see in the park.
Ang dikasanlingan na 'to ay nakakatuwang makita sa park.
Soft or squishy part of the body that can be squeezed.
The dikasanlingan of the cat is so soft!
Yung dikasanlingan ng pusa, sobrang lambot!