Kabagabagan (en. Anxiety)

ka-ba-ga-ba-gan

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of concern or worry caused by anxieties.
His anxiety worsens as his exam approaches.
Ang kanyang kabagabagan ay lumalala sa tuwing nalalapit ang kanyang pagsusulit.
Commonly felt by a person in the face of undesirable events.
He feels anxiety before his big presentation.
Nakakaramdam siya ng kabagabagan bago ang kanyang malaking presentasyon.
An assumption that brings physical symptoms, such as increased heart rate and sweating.
Anxiety can cause physical symptoms that affect health.
Ang kabagabagan ay maaaring magdulot ng pisikal na sintomas na nakakaapekto sa kalusugan.

Etymology

derived from the root word 'bagabag' meaning disturbance or anxiety.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Don't worry
Stay strong in the midst of anxiety.
Huwag mag-alala
Don't let anxiety overwhelm you
Be open to discussing your thoughts.
Huwag pabayaan ang kabagabagan

Related Words

stress
A physical or emotional reaction to pressures or events in life.
stress
depression
A serious mental condition that may be caused by anxiety.
depresyon

Slang Meanings

you know already
It's already obvious what's happening, can't you see?
Kabagabagan na ang nangyayari, di mo na ba nakikita?
I don't care anymore
I don't care about what you're saying anymore.
Kabagabagan na ako sa mga sinasabi mo.
I'm fed up
I'm really fed up, I feel like I want to throw up!
Kabagabagan na talaga, parang gusto ko nang sumuka!