Diyabetis (en. Diabetes)
di-ya-be-tis
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A health condition that causes high blood sugar levels.
Diabetes must be managed properly to avoid complications.
Ang diyabetis ay dapat na pamahalaan ng maayos upang maiwasan ang mga komplikasyon.
A metabolic disorder related to insulin.
There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2.
Mayroong dalawang uri ng diyabetis: Type 1 at Type 2.
A disease that affects the body's ability to utilize sugar.
Proper nutrition is very important for those with diabetes.
Napakahalaga ng tamang pagkain para sa mga may diyabetis.
Etymology
from the Greek word 'diabētēs' meaning 'one who passes through' or 'to siphon off water'
Common Phrases and Expressions
diabetes mellitus
Refers to a type of diabetes caused by insulin deficiency or the body's inability to properly use insulin.
diyabetis mellitus
Related Words
insulin
A hormone produced by the pancreas that is essential for regulating blood sugar levels.
insulin
hyperglycemia
A condition of high blood sugar levels commonly occurring in those with diabetes.
hyperglycemia
Slang Meanings
Sugar daddies or wealthy benefactors who provide support to people.
It's like he has diabetes; he always has a sugar daddy with him.
Parang may diyabetis siya, lagi na lang may kasamang sugar daddy.
An exaggerated gift that is boastful.
Wow, he eats a lot like he has diabetes from all that sugar rush!
Aba, ang lakas niyang kumain, parang diyabetis na siya sa sobrang sugar rush!