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    Ikabalisa (en. Distress)

    ikabalisa

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishTagalog
    verb
    To cause worry or concern.
    The news about the storm caused distress among the residents.
    Ang mga balita tungkol sa bagyo ay nagdulot ng ikabalisa sa mga residente.
    To cause heartache.
    His life's challenges distressed his family.
    Ang kanyang mga pagsubok sa buhay ay ikinabalisa ng kanyang pamilya.

    Etymology

    Root word: balisa, with the prefix 'ika-' indicating a state or condition

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    you cause distress
    Expressing the feeling of concern over someone.
    ika'y ikabalisa

    Related Words

    disturbed
    A state of worry or concern.
    balisa
    distress
    A state of anxiety caused by various situations.
    pagkabahala

    Slang Meanings

    I'm extremely worried
    I'm so worried about our quiz later.
    Ikawalisa ako sa quiz natin mamaya.
    it feels like something bad will happen
    That's why I'm worried about the news regarding the storm.
    Kaya nga ikabalisa ako sa mga balita tungkol sa bagyo.