Ikapagpahirap (en. To cause suffering)

i-ka-pag-pahi-rap

Meaning & Definition

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verb
The act of causing suffering to a person.
His decision will cause suffering to his family.
Iikapagpahirap ng kanyang desisyon ang kanyang pamilya.
The process of inflicting hardship or toil on someone.
Bad habits will cause him hardship in his development.
Ang mga maling gawi ay iikapagpahirap sa kanyang pag-unlad.
Causing physical or emotional pain.
His words will cause pain to my heart.
Ang kanyang mga salita ay iikapagpahirap sa aking kalooban.

Etymology

derived from the root word 'pahirap' referring to hardship or suffering.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to strive without suffering
to achieve success without experiencing hardship
magsikap ng hindi nagdurusa

Related Words

suffering
This refers to a situation or thing that causes hardship.
pahirap
suffering
Refers to the feeling of intense pain or hardship.
pagdurusa

Slang Meanings

A source of hardship or headache.
There are so many requirements, it's really a hassle.
Ang daming requirements, nakakapagpahirap talaga.
Difficult task or situation.
This project is too much, it's like a burden to everyone.
Grabe 'tong project na 'to, parang ikapagpahirap lahat.
A stressful experience.
The finals week is really hard to handle.
Yung finals week, ang ikapagpahirap talaga.