Kawawaan (en. Pitiful)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state that evokes pity or sympathy.
In her condition, everyone feels pity for her.
Sa kanyang kalagayan, siya ay kawawaan ng lahat.

Common Phrases and Expressions

What a pity for him/her!
Expressing sympathy for his/her situation.
Kawawaan naman siya!
His/her fate is pitiful.
His/her experience evokes pity.
Ang kanyang sinapit ay kawawaan.

Related Words

pity
A feeling that compels one to help others.
awa
cowardice
As a counterpart, it refers to considering the suffering of others.
karuwagan

Slang Meanings

Pitiful or sad; often used as a joke or banter.
The negative ones are pitiful.
Ang mga nega kay kawawaan.
Regretful or left behind.
He is pitiful because he is always left out.
Kawawaan na siya, kasi laging hindi nakakasama.
Somewhat emo or feeling down.
Did you see that? He's really pitiful in his situation.
Kita mo yun? Kawawaan talaga siya sa sitwasyon niya.