Lisok (en. Disturbance)

/li'sok/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A state of chaos or disorder that is difficult to manage.
There was disturbance in his mind after the complicated experience.
Nagkaroon ng lisok sa kanyang isipan matapos ang masalimuot na karanasan.
Disruptions in the normal flow or process.
The disturbance in the train operations caused delays for the passengers.
Ang lisok sa operasyon ng tren ay nagdulot ng pagkaantala sa biyahe ng mga pasahero.
An undesirable event that disrupts the environment.
The disturbance in their community highlighted the need for unity.
Ang lisok sa kanilang komunidad ay nagbigay-diin sa pangangailangan ng pagkakaisa.

Etymology

From the root 'lisok' meaning 'to disrupt' or 'to disturb'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

caused disturbance
resulted in chaos or misunderstanding
nagdulot ng lisok

Related Words

interfere
The act of intervening or getting involved in a situation that one is not a part of.
makialam
danger
A condition that poses risk or threat to safety.
panganib

Slang Meanings

a classic fault or mishap, often used in unexpected situations.
My outing plan got lisok, it suddenly rained.
Na-lisok yung plano ko na mag-outing, biglang umulan.
an outburst of anger or emotion in a person, often becoming dramatic.
She had a lisok moment when she found out her boyfriend cheated on her.
Na-lisok siya nung nalaman niyang niloko siya ng boyfriend niya.