Gutaygutay (en. Tattered)

/ɡuˈtaɪɡuˌtaɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

adjective

Indicates the condition of an item that is torn or has holes.

His tattered clothes need mending.

Ang kanyang gutaygutay na damit ay nangangailangan ng pag-aayos.

Shows wear and tear from long use.

The old man’s tattered shoes are on the street.

Nasa kalsada ang gutaygutay na sapatos ng matanda.

Often used to describe items that are no longer nice or in good condition.

The tattered books seem unreadable now.

Ang gutaygutay na mga libro ay tila hindi na nababasa.

Translated from 'gugay', meaning broken or damaged.

tattered clothing

torn or holey clothing

gutaygutay na damit

broken

Meaning completely damaged or not whole.

wasak

broken or torn

We need to replace my torn shoes.

Kailangan na nating palitan ang gutay-gutay na sapatos ko.

really old or worn out

That torn shirt of yours is really old.

Yung gutay-gutay na damit mo, luma na talaga.

full of holes

I don't want that torn bag anymore; it's full of holes.

Ayaw ko na sa gutay-gutay na bag na 'yan, butas-butas na.